The Second Treatise on Civil GovernmentAs one of the early Enlightenment philosophers in England, John Locke sought to bring reason and critical intelligence to the discussion of the origins of civil society. Endeavoring to reconstruct the nature and purpose of government, a social contract theory is proposed. The Second Treatise sets forth a detailed discussion of how civil society came to be and the nature of its inception. Locke's discussion of tacit consent, separation of powers, and

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The Annals also provides a vivid account of the violent suppression of the revolt led by Boudicca in Britain

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containing all that is necessary to lead a life of righteousness

In this three-volume study

avoiding superfluous words and clichés—from the jargon of "commercialese" to the murky euphemisms of politicians

This superb edition also includes maps

Thornton Lockwood

Stephen Prothero gives readers an exciting and user-friendly introduction to American cultural history in The American Bible

In his brilliantly condensed prose

Each play is fully annotated

Author: David Wade