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The Spirit of Laws

The Spirit of Laws

Hardcover

PhilosophyGeneral Law

ISBN10: 1161477527
ISBN13: 9781161477528
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 706
Weight: 3.15
Height: 1.50 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Spirit of Laws is a comprehensive treatise on political theory and the principles of government written by Baron Charles de Secondat, a French political philosopher, in the 18th century. In this book, de Secondat explores the various forms of government, their strengths and weaknesses, and the factors that contribute to their success or failure. He also discusses the separation of powers, the role of religion in politics, and the importance of liberty and justice in a well-functioning society. The Spirit of Laws is considered one of the most influential works of political theory in history, and has had a profound impact on the development of modern political systems and institutions. Its insights into the nature of government and the principles of justice and liberty continue to be relevant today, making it a must-read for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, or history.Of Luxury. Luxury is ever in proportion to the inequality of fortunes. If the riches of a state are equally divided there will be no luxury; for it is founded merely on the conveniences acquired by the labour of others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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