Second Treatise of Government - John Locke

by John Locke

Overview

Second Treatise of Government by John Locke is a collection of ideas centered on Locke’s political philosophy including thoughts on developing a civilized society based on natural rights and contract theory. Locke’s ideas were influential on the American Founding Fathers and the development of modern democracies in Europe.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940151484329
Publisher:	Seedbox Press, LLC
Publication date:	03/19/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	165 KB

About the Author

One of the most famous English philosophers of the 17th century, John Locke, was also a physician and a political theorist. Locke believed that individuals are born with natural rights and is one of the founders of the liberal political philosophy. John Locke is best known for his book, An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, which contains his theory of ideas. His other popular works of writing include A Letter Concerning Toleration and Two Treatises of Government.