The Ethics Of Hobbes

The Ethics of Hobbes: As Contained in Selections from His Works (1898) is a book written by the renowned philosopher Thomas Hobbes. The book is a collection of Hobbes' writings on ethics, compiled and edited by an unknown author in 1898. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Hobbes' ethical philosophy. The first section provides an overview of Hobbes' life and work, including his major philosophical ideas and his contributions to the field of ethics. The subsequent sections delve deeper into Hobbes' ethical theory, examining his views on topics such as human nature, morality, justice, and the role of the state in regulating human behavior. The book also includes selections from Hobbes' major works, including Leviathan and De Cive, as well as several of his lesser-known writings.Throughout the book, Hobbes' ideas are presented in their original form, with little commentary or interpretation from the editor. This allows readers to engage directly with Hobbes' philosophy and draw their own conclusions about the merits and shortcomings of his ethical theory.Overall, The Ethics of Hobbes: As Contained in Selections from His Works (1898) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the development of ethical theory. It provides a comprehensive overview of Hobbes' ideas and allows readers to explore his philosophy in depth.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.