The Life And Letters Of John Locke: With Extracts From His Journals And Commonplace Books (1858) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437419221)

The Life and Letters of John Locke is a biographical account of the famous philosopher and political theorist, John Locke. Written by Peter King and first published in 1858, this book provides a detailed look at Locke's life and work, including his major philosophical ideas and contributions to political theory. In addition to exploring Locke's intellectual achievements, King also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with friends, family, and colleagues. The book includes numerous letters written by Locke, as well as extracts from his journals and commonplace books, providing insight into his thoughts and beliefs.Throughout the book, King provides historical context for Locke's ideas, discussing the political and social climate of the time in which he lived. He also examines the impact of Locke's ideas on subsequent philosophers and political theorists.Overall, The Life and Letters of John Locke is an informative and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most important thinkers of the modern era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, political theory, or intellectual history.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: Peter King
ISBN-10: 1437419224
ISBN-13: 9781437419221
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/22/2008
Pages: 516
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.31d