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Hobbes: A Biography
A. P. Martinich
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Description for Hobbes: A Biography
hardcover. A complete and accessible biography of Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679). Num Pages: 424 pages, 16 b/w illus. BIC Classification: BGH; HPCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 735. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear. DJ has some minor nicks and tears, remains very good
Thomas Hobbes (1588–1679) is recognized as one of the fathers of modern philosophy and political theory. In his own time he was as famous for his work in physics, geometry, and religion. He associated with some of the greatest writers, scientists, and politicians of his age. Martinich has written a complete and accessible biography of Hobbes. The book takes full account of the historical and cultural context in which Hobbes lived, drawing on both published and unpublished sources. It will be a great resource for philosophers, political theorists and historians of ideas. The clear, crisp prose style will also ensure ... Read more
Thomas Hobbes (1588–1679) is recognized as one of the fathers of modern philosophy and political theory. In his own time he was as famous for his work in physics, geometry, and religion. He associated with some of the greatest writers, scientists, and politicians of his age. Martinich has written a complete and accessible biography of Hobbes. The book takes full account of the historical and cultural context in which Hobbes lived, drawing on both published and unpublished sources. It will be a great resource for philosophers, political theorists and historians of ideas. The clear, crisp prose style will also ensure ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Cambridge University Pr.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of Pages
424
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521495837
SKU
KSG0033748
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Ref
99-1
Reviews for Hobbes: A Biography
'… the best all-round biography of Thomas Hobbes available.' David Johnston, Columbia University 'For students of scholar this is the best modern biography of Hobbes. It is a clear and spirited account of the man, his thoughts, and his surroundings. Martinich brings fascinating facts to life, explores Hobbes's relations to the exalted and humble, and plausibly reconstructs his views in ... Read more