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Montesquieu: The Spirit Of The Laws (Cambridge Texts In The History Of Political Thought)
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The Spirit Of The Laws Is Without Question One Of The Central Texts In The History Of Eighteenthcentury Thought, Yet There Has Been No Complete Scholarly English Language Edition Since 1750. This Lucid Translation Renders Montesquieu'S Problematic Text Newly Accessible To A Fresh Generation Of Students, Helping Them To Understand Why Montesquieu Was Such An Important Figure In The Early Enlightenment And Why The Spirit Of The Laws Was Such An Influence On Those Who Framed The American Constitution. Fully Annotated, This Edition Focuses On Montesquieu'S Use Of Sources And His Text As A Whole, Rather Than On Those Opening Passages Toward Which Critical Energies Have Traditionally Been Devoted.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Montesquieu: The Spirit of the Laws'? A: The book explores the principles of governance, law, and political theory, focusing on Montesquieu's analysis of different political systems and their impact on society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Charles de Montesquieu, a prominent philosopher and political theorist of the Enlightenment period.
- Q: Is this edition of the book a complete scholarly edition? A: Yes, this edition is the first complete scholarly English language edition since 1750, providing a thorough translation and annotations.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains 808 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and suitable for purchase.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on September 29, 1989.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include a lucid translation, full annotations, and a focus on Montesquieu's use of sources and the text as a whole.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Students and scholars of political theory, history, and Enlightenment thought would find this book particularly valuable.
- Q: Does this book include any additional resources or annotations? A: Yes, the edition is fully annotated, providing context and commentary on Montesquieu's work.