The Social Contract: A Critical Study of its Development

Author(s): J. W. Gough

Philosophy | Politics/Political Science | Social Sciences

The book first discusses the various ideas which comprise the theory of the social contract, and then traces the history as it developed. The central theme of the social contract, the relationship of citizens and government, is also analyzed.

Good condition. Inscription at top of first page. Dust jacket covered by plastic slip.


Product Information

John Wiedhofft Gough was a Welsh historian noted for his study of John Locke's political philosophy.

General Fields

  • : 2471679723060
  • : Oxford At The Clarendon Press
  • : 01 January 1957
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : J. W. Gough
  • : Hardback
  • : Second edition
  • : 259