Isbn: 9781331072294 - the nature and office of the state (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a philosophical grounding for the nature of the state and its operations. Focusing on intrinsic features rather than external operations, the author explores the relationship between the state and the individual, delving into concepts of freedom and authority. The author argues that the state is a moral institute that is defined by its end or object; namely, the well -being in general of man. By analyzing historical and modern theories, the author posits that the state has jurisdiction over territory and the coercive physical force of individuals, and that these are essential to the state's function of procuring the greatest good for the greatest number. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the philosophical foundations of the state and its profound influence on the lives of individuals. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…