On Tyranny

On Tyranny: An Interpretation of Xenophon's Hiero is a book by Leo Strauss that explores the concept of tyranny through a close reading and analysis of Xenophon's dialogue, Hiero. In this work, Strauss argues that tyranny is not simply a form of government, but rather a fundamental problem of human nature. He contends that the desire for power and the fear of losing it are the driving forces behind tyranny, and that the only way to prevent tyranny is through a commitment to virtue and the rule of law. Through his interpretation of Hiero, Strauss provides insights into the nature of tyranny, the role of the individual in society, and the importance of moral and political philosophy. This book is a seminal work in the field of political theory and has had a significant impact on the study of tyranny and its effects on society.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.