John Locke / Eric Mack.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mack, Eric, 1946- author.

Series:

Major conservative and libertarian thinkers ; v. 2.

Major conservative and libertarian thinkers ; v. 2

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Locke, John, 1632-1704.

Locke, John.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (193 p.)

Place of Publication:

New York : Continuum, 2009.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

"John Locke (1632-1704), one of the great philosophers, is probably best known for his contributions to political thought. In this outstanding volume, Eric Mack explains Locke's philosophical position, placing it in the tumultuous political and religious context of 17th century England. For Locke, entering into political society did not involve giving up one's natural rights, but rather transferring to governmental authority the job of protecting those rights. In this rigorous critical analysis, Mack argues that Locke provides an impressive - if not decisive - philosophical case for the view that individuals have natural rights to life, liberty and property, despite the existence or actions of any political authority."--Bloomsbury Publishing.

Contents:

Part I. Intellectual Biography. 1. The Historical and Ideological Context of Locke's Political Philosophy

Part II. Critical Exposition. 2. Natural Freedom, Natural Law, and Natural Rights ; 3. More State of Nature Rights ; 4. From the State of Nature to the State ; 5. Conquest, Resistance, and Dissolution ; 6. Locke on Toleration

Part III. Reception and Contemporary RElevance. 7. The Reception and Philosophical Legacy of Locke's Political Philosophy

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9786612874697

9781501301520

1501301527

9781282874695

1282874691

9781441146878

1441146873

OCLC:

680036594