Study Guide to The Philosophy of Thomas Hobbes and John Locke.

A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for Thomas Hobbes and John Locke.

These two English philosophers are recognized for being some of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers.As two of the most prominent philosophers of the 17th century, Hobbes and Locke illustrated opposing and rebellious views on the ideal form of government and sovereignty, that included religion and empiricism.

Moreover, these works have paved the way for modern theories such as the formulation of social contract theory and liberalism.

This Bright Notes Study Guide includes notes and commentary on literary classics such as Leviathan and Treatise of Civil Government, helping students to thoroughly explore the reasons these works have stood the literary test of time.

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