John Locke
What’s inside
John Locke’s ‘Second Treatise of Government’ argues for the sovereignty of the people and the idea of natural rights, serving as a foundational text for liberal democracy and modern political theory.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding foundational democratic principles
- Grasping the concept of natural rights and laws
- Learning about the evolution of modern political theory
- Gaining insight into the justification for government and rebellion
Key Points
- State of Nature and Natural Law
- Property Rights and Labor
- The Formation of Societies
- The Role of Government
- Dissolution of Government
- Tyranny and the Right to Rebellion
Who’s it For
- Students of Political Science
- History Enthusiasts
- Philosophy Readers
- Advocates of Democracy
About the author
John Locke was a seminal English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as one of the most influential Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the ‘Father of Liberalism’.