The Theory Of The State

By Johann Caspar Bluntschli, P.E. Matheson, David George Ritchie

Book Overview

The Theory of the State is a comprehensive work on political philosophy written by Johann K. Bluntschli. In this book, Bluntschli delves into the fundamental principles of the state and its role in society. He explores the nature of sovereignty, the relationship between the state and the individual, and the different forms of government.Bluntschli begins by defining the state as a legal entity that exercises political power over a defined territory and population. He then goes on to discuss the various types of government, including monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy, and their respective strengths and weaknesses.One of the central themes of the book is the idea of the social contract, which Bluntschli argues is the basis for the legitimacy of the state. He also explores the concept of the rule of law, which he sees as essential for maintaining a just and stable society.Throughout the book, Bluntschli draws on examples from history and contemporary politics to illustrate his arguments. He also engages with the ideas of other political philosophers, including Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau.Overall, The Theory of the State is a seminal work in the field of political philosophy, offering a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the nature of the state and its role in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163306029
• ISBN13: 9781163306024
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"