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The political philosophy of Benjamin Franklin / Lorraine Smith Pangle.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Pangle, Lorraine Smith.
- Series:
- Political philosophy of the American founders.
- The political philosophy of the American founders
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790.
- Franklin, Benjamin.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (xi, 277 pages).
- Place of Publication:
- Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University, 2007.
- Language Note:
- English.
- Summary:
- This concise introduction reflects Franklin's valuable insight into political issues that continue to be relevant today.
- Franklin's political writings are full of fascinating reflections on human nature, on the character of good leadership, and on why government is such a messy and problematic business. Drawing together threads in Franklin's writings, Lorraine Smith Pangle illuminates his thoughts on citizenship, federalism, constitutional government, the role of civil associations, and religious freedom.
- Contents:
- The economic basis of liberty
- The virtuous citizen
- Philanthropy and civil associations
- Thoughts on government
- The ultimate questions.
- Notes:
- Description based upon print version of record.
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 263) and index.
- ISBN:
- 0801896169
- 9780801896163
- OCLC:
- 923194172
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