Asserts that a free market is a necessary condition for the pursuit of moral excellence. This book analyzes the relation between capitalism and moral virtue. It also discusses the 'morals of markets'.
Gershom Carmichael was a teacher and writer who played an important role in the Scottish Enlightenment of the 18th century, not least by... Læs mere
A frameable poster that features a timeline (1540 through 1840) of historical events and figures.
Written in response to the revocation of the Edict of Nantes by the French king, Louis XIV, Pufendorf's work on toleration contests the right of the sovereign to control the religion of his subjects, because state and religion pursue wholly different ends.
"Observations Upon Liberal Education", the first modern edition, arose from a longing for a liberty of mind and tried to lay the groundwork for a society of free, virtuous and educated citizens.
A defense of a civil government guided by moral principles that allow for... Læs mere
A defense of a civil government guided by moral principles that allow for... Læs mere
"Observations Upon Liberal Education", the first modern edition, arose from a longing for a liberty of mind and tried to lay the groundwork for a society of free, virtuous and educated citizens.
Written in response to the revocation of the Edict of Nantes by the French king, Louis XIV, Pufendorf's work on toleration contests the right of the sovereign to control the religion of his subjects, because state and religion pursue wholly different ends.
Assembles newspaper articles, editorials, and records about the debates in Pennsylvania's ratifying convention. In addition to speeches and essays by both... Læs mere