What does it mean to live in a society ruled by fear and anarchy? In "Leviathan", Thomas Hobbes grapples with the profound implications of political philosophy and human nature. A seminal work in the annals of political thought, Hobbes' book delves into the necessity of a social contract and the rule of an absolute sovereign as the only way to avoid the state of nature, where life is "nasty, brutish, and short". Through a blend of historical analysis, meticulous logic, and keen observation, Hobbes shapes a discourse on the human condition, social order, and the nature of power. This book is not just a work of philosophy, but a mirror held up to society, reflecting our deepest fears and greatest hopes.
Chapters
7
Books/Sections
5
Difficulty
Beginner
Table of Contents
- Preface and Introduction
- Part 1
- Part 2
- Part 3
- Part 5