Political Writings : John Locke

by Locke, John; Wootton, David

• ISBN13: 9780872206762
• ISBN10: 0872206769
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781603846868
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-03-01
• Publisher: Hackett Pub Co Inc
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About This Book

Locke: Political Writings (Hackett Classics)

ISBN: 9780872206762

Locke: Political Writings is a comprehensive collection of John Locke's key political works, including his Second Treatise of Government and A Letter Concerning Toleration. This book is a foundational text in political philosophy, particularly influential in the development of liberal thought. It's a must-read for students and scholars of political science, history, and philosophy.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in introductory and advanced courses on political philosophy, history of ideas, and constitutional law. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of liberalism and the evolution of political thought.

History and Editions

The book was first published in 2003 by Hackett Publishing Company, Inc. The UK edition of this collection brings together the main published works of John Locke, excluding polemical attacks on other people's views. The edition includes the most important surviving evidence from Locke's papers related to his political philosophy. David Wootton's wide-ranging and scholarly Introduction sets the writings in the context of their time, examines Locke's developing ideas, and discusses his unorthodox Christianity.

Author and Other Works

John Locke was a prominent philosopher and political theorist whose works had a profound impact on Western thought. His Second Treatise of Government (c. 1681) is perhaps the key founding liberal text. A Letter Concerning Toleration, written in 1685, is a classic defense of religious freedom. Locke also contributed to the Constitutions of Carolina, which he helped draft.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Collection: This book brings together the main published works of John Locke, providing a comprehensive understanding of his political philosophy.
• Historical Context: The Introduction by David Wootton sets the writings in the context of their time, making it easier for readers to understand the historical significance.
• Scholarly Insights: The edition includes the most important surviving evidence from Locke's papers, offering deep insights into his thought process and development.
• Accessible Language: Despite being written in the 17th century, Locke's works are known for their clarity and accessibility, making them a great resource for students and scholars alike.

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ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780872206762
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Publication Details

• Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2003
• Number of Pages: Varies depending on the edition
• Language: English

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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	viii
Preface	1	(6)
Introduction	7	(1)
Locke's liberalism	7	(9)
Locke's life	16	(10)
Locke before Shaftesbury	26	(10)
Locke and Shaftesbury	36	(13)
Locke and Tyrrell	49	(15)
The First Treatise of Government	64	(13)
The Second Treatise of Government	77	(12)
Interlude: Seeds and trees, locks and ciphers	89	(5)
A Letter Concerning Toleration	94	(16)
Some more equal than others?	110	(9)
Notes	119	(4)
Suggestions for Further Reading	123	(8)
A Note on the Texts	131	(6)
Letter to S.H. [Henry Stubbe] (mid-September? 1659; published 1967)	137	(2)
Letter to Tom (20 October 1659; published 1976)	139	(2)
From: `Question: Whether the civil magistrate may lawfully impose and determine the use of indifferent things in reference to religious worship. Answer: Yes' (First Tract on Government, 1660; published 1961)	141	(5)
`Preface to the Reader' from the First Tract on Government (1661; published 1961)	146	(6)
`Question: Can the civil magistrate specify indifferent things to be included within the order of divine worship, and impose them upon the people? Answer: Yes' (Second Tract on Government, c. 1662; published 1961). Translated from the Latin	152	(25)
`Question: Is each man's private interest the foundation of the law of nature? Answer: No' (Essays on the Law of Nature, No. VIII, 1664; published 1954). Translated from the Latin	177	(7)
Letter to the Hon. Robert Boyle (12/22 December 1665; published 1744)	184	(2)
An Essay Concerning Toleration (1667; published 1876)	186	(24)
The Fundamental Constitutions of Carolina (1669; published c.1670)	210	(22)
`Philanthropy, or The Christian Philosophers' (1675; published 1972)	232	(2)
`Obligation of Penal Laws' (Journal, 25 February 1676; published 1829)	234	(2)
`Law' (Journal, 21 April 1678; published 1829)	236	(1)
`Credit, Disgrace' (Journal, 12 December 1678; published 1829)	236	(1)
`The Idea We Have of God' (Journal, 1 August 1680; published 1829)	237	(1)
`Inspiration' (Journal, 3 April 1681; published 1829)	238	(2)
`Virtus' (1681; from the 1661 Commonplace Book; published 1829)	240	(2)
From The First Treatise of Government (c. 1681, published 1689)	242	(17)
Chapter Five: Of Adam's Title to Sovereignty by the Subjection of Eve	242	(7)
Chapter Nine: Of Monarchy by Inheritance from Adam	249	(10)
`Two Sorts of Knowledge' (Journal, 26 June 1681; published 1829)	259	(2)
The Second Treatise of Government (c. 1681, published 1689)	261	(126)
Chapter One:	261	(1)
Chapter Two: Of the State of Nature	262	(7)
Chapter Three: Of the State of War	269	(3)
Chapter Four: Of Slavery	272	(1)
Chapter Five: Of Property	273	(13)
Chapter Six: Of Paternal Power	286	(14)
Chapter Seven: Of Political or Civil Society	300	(9)
Chapter Eight: Of the Beginning of Political Societies	309	(15)
Chapter Nine: Of the Ends of Political Society and Government	324	(3)
Chapter Ten: Of the Forms of a Commonwealth	327	(1)
Chapter Eleven: Of the Extent of the Legislative Power	328	(7)
Chapter Twelve: Of the Legislative, Executive, and Federative Power of the Commonwealth	335	(2)
Chapter Thirteen: Of the Subordination of the Powers of the Commonwealth	337	(7)
Chapter Fourteen: Of Prerogative	344	(5)
Chapter Fifteen: Of Paternal, Political, and Despotical Power Considered Together	349	(3)
Chapter Sixteen: Of Conquest	352	(10)
Chapter Seventeen: Of Usurpation	362	(1)
Chapter Eighteen: Of Tyranny	363	(6)
Chapter Nineteen: Of the Dissolution of Government	369	(18)
Letter to Edward Clarke (27 January/6 February 1685; published 1927)	387	(3)
A Letter Concerning Toleration, trans. William Popple (1685; published 1689)	390	(46)
Letter to Edward Clarke (29 January/8 February 1689; published 1927)	436	(2)
Preface to Two Treatises of Government (written and published 1689)	438	(2)
`Labour' (1693; from the 1661 Commonplace Book; published 1991)	440	(2)
`Venditio' (1695; from the 1661 Commonplace Book; published 1968)	442	(4)
Draft of a Representation Containing a Scheme of Methods for the Employment of the Poor. Proposed by Mr Locke, the 26th October 1697 (published 1789)	446	(16)
Bibliography	462	(9)
Index	471