The Nature and Office of the State (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Print on Demand. This book provides a philosophical grounding for the nature of the state and its operations. Focusing on intrinsic features rather than external operations, the author explores the relationship between the state and the individual, delving into concepts of freedom and authority. The author argues that the state is a moral institute that is defined by its end or object; namely, the well -being in general of man. By analyzing historical and modern theories, the author posits that the state has jurisdiction over territory and the coercive physical force of individuals, and that these are essential to the state's function of procuring the greatest good for the greatest number. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the philosophical foundations of the state and its profound influence on the lives of individuals. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- The Nature and Office of the State (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Andrew Coventry Dick
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331072298
- ISBN 13
- 9781331072294
- Seller catalogs
- Political Theory and History
Discover how a state should balance power, territory, and justice to serve the common good.
The work presents the State as a permanent moral institute, outlining its end, scope, and the proper ways it should act. It argues that political society follows universal, reasoned principles rather than mere custom or accident, and that a true theory of the State can guide law and practice toward the public good. The discussion focuses on the internal structure of states, with attention to how political power and territory relate to universal ends, and why a common framework helps prevent tyranny.
It covers how the State should handle physical force, regulate justice, and organize both national and local authorities so that public power serves the community rather than private interests. The author emphasizes the importance of an independent judiciary, open courts, and laws shaped by impartiality and equity, especially within democratic systems. It also considers the risks of territorial proprietorship and the need to keep local powers from undermining national aims.
- Foundational ideas about the end and duties of political society
- How territory and property influence political power and public policy
- The role of the State in administering justice and protecting rights
- The balance between local authorities and central sovereignty in a democracy
Ideal for readers interested in political philosophy, constitutional theory, and the historical development of state power and governance.
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