Dissertations On First Principles Of Government (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162660035)

""Dissertations on First Principles of Government"" is a political treatise written by the influential American revolutionary thinker and writer, Thomas Paine. Originally published in 1795, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the core principles of government and the nature of political power. Paine argues that government should be based on reason and justice, rather than on inherited privilege or arbitrary authority. He also emphasizes the importance of individual rights and freedoms, and the need for a system of checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power. Throughout the book, Paine draws on examples from history and contemporary politics to illustrate his points and make his case. This work is considered a classic of political theory and has had a significant impact on the development of democratic thought and practice around the world.There are however some things deducible from reason, and evidenced by experience, that serve to guide our decision upon the case. The one is never to invest any individual with extraordinary power; for besides his being tempted to misuse it, it will excite contention and commotion in the nation for the office. Secondly, never to invest power long in the hands of any number of individuals.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.

Author: Thomas Paine
ISBN-10: 1162660031
ISBN-13: 9781162660035
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 24
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.05d