Principles of Politics Applicable to All Governments

In Principles of Politics, first published in 1815, Constant explores the subjects of law, sovereignty, and representation; power and accountability; government, property, and taxation; wealth and poverty; war, peace, and the maintenance of public order; and freedom, of the individual, of the press, and of religion.

Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), born in Switzerland, became one of France's leading writers, as well as a journalist, philosopher, and politician.

Author: Benjamin Constant
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Liberty Fund
Published: 10/31/2003
Pages: 580
Weight: 2.2lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.10w x 1.40d
ISBN: 9780865973954