Epz Locke's 'Second Treatise of Government': A Reader's Guide - Paperback

John Locke's Second Treatise of Government is one of the most influential texts in the history of political theory. It is a staple of undergraduate courses throughout the English-speaking world and continues to inspire and inform contemporary debates in political philosophy. As such, it is a hugely important and exciting, yet challenging, piece of philosophical writing. In Locke's 'Second Treatise of Government': A Reader's Guide, Paul Kelly offers a clear and thorough account of this key philosophical work. The book offers a detailed review of the key themes and a lucid commentary that will enable readers to rapidly navigate the text. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of the text as a whole, the guide explores the complex and important ideas inherent in the text and provides a cogent survey of the reception and influence of Locke's seminal work. This is the ideal companion to study of this most influential and challenging of texts.

• | Author: Paul Kelly
• | Publisher: Continnuum-3PL
• | Publication Date: Jan 29, 2008
• | Number of Pages: 172 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0826492665
• | ISBN-13: 9780826492661