The Oceana and Other Works of James Harrington: With an Account of His Life

Description: This book presents a compelling exploration of government, examining the strengths and weaknesses of different forms of rule. The author, drawing on historical examples, argues that the form of government is not simply a matter of choice, but is dictated by the balance of property within a society. This central thesis, revolutionary for its time, is woven into a fascinating narrative framework. The book uses fictional characters and a fictionalized Commonwealth to illustrate the author's ideas, engaging readers with a vivid, imagined world. The book is a unique blend of political theory and historical analysis, offering readers a fresh perspective on the origins and dynamics of power. Its insights on the relationship between property, power, and governance continue to resonate today, making it a valuable and enduring work for anyone interested in politics and history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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