Publisher's Synopsis
Enquiry Concerning Political Justice V1: And Its Influence On Morals And Happiness (1798) is a seminal work by the English philosopher and political theorist, William Godwin. The book is a treatise on political philosophy and ethics, exploring the relationship between government, morality, and human happiness. In it, Godwin argues that a just and equitable society can only be achieved through the abolition of government and the establishment of a system of voluntary cooperation and mutual aid. He also discusses the nature of human nature, the role of reason and emotion in moral decision-making, and the importance of education in promoting individual autonomy and social progress. The book was highly influential in its time and remains a classic of political philosophy and social criticism.In Two Volumes.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.
