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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Socialisme Rationnel Ou Association Universelle Des Amis de l'Humanit�. Book.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover, 9 1/4 by 6 inches, 324 pages, bibliography, index. Ex library, I have removed the clear plastic jacket and spine label. Binding has very slight wear, hinges tight. Apart from typical library marks including Discard stamp, the pages are clean.

12pp, 8 figs, plus 4 full-page b/w pls, Printed Card Cover, VGC.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. A GOOD TO VERY GOOD BOOK IN A FAIR DUSTWRAPPER. THERE ARE SOME LIGHT MARKS ON THE HALF TITLE PAGE AND SOME GRUBBY MARKS ON PAGE 176. OTHERWISE TEXT AND ILLUSTRATIONS ARE VERY TIDY. THE DUSTWRAPPER HAS BEEN CUT HORIZONTALLY ACROSS PART OF THE REAR OF THE COVER- (LOOKS LIKE SOMEONE FORGOT WHAT WAS UNDERNEATH WHEN THEY USED A STANLEY KNIFE). THIS HAS BEEN REPAIRED WITH BOOKSELLERS CLEAR TAPE. ALSO A REPAIRED ONE INCH TEAR IN TOP EDGE OF REAR COVER OF DUSTWRAPPER, AND A SMALL SCUFF AT TOP OF SPINE. SMALL DENTS IN REAR OF DUSTWRAPPER NEAR SPINE. THE THE DUSTWRAPPER IS NOW IN A CLEAR PROTECTIVE WRAP WHICH CAN BE REMOVED.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the concept of private property through a critical lens, focusing on the idea that property, especially land, was historically taken from individuals and communities, legally codified into the hands of the few, and that this process has led to inequality, despotism, and the creation of a permanent underclass. The author argues that in order to create a truly just and equitable society, it is necessary to return land to the commons, and to eliminate the private ownership of land altogether. This book, written in the mid-19th century, offers an intriguing perspective on the history and impact of private property, with insights that remain relevant today as the world grapples with wealth inequality and the struggle for social justice. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a philosophical exploration of sovereignty and authority. Both concepts are examined by the author within the context of a time when society is defined by both a need for and a rejection of these ideas. Questions of the nature of social order are examined through the lenses of religion, social policy, history, and the law. The author's analysis of each subject is resolved into a consideration of the question of sovereignty by the people. The author's insights highlight the complexity and challenge of providing a framework for human interaction that ensures personal freedom while maintaining collective stability. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the concept of a fundamental split between humanity and animals, examining the historical and philosophical underpinnings of this divide. Drawing on philosophy, biology, and religion, it scrutinizes the idea of a "Great Chain of Being" and the implications of denying sentience to non-human species. The author challenges the prevalent notion that animals are mere automatons, arguing instead that they possess a capacity for feeling, thought, and autonomy. This perspective has profound implications for our understanding of ethics, ecology, and the nature of existence itself. The book deftly navigates the complex intellectual landscape surrounding the question of animal sentience, offering a nuanced and thought-provoking analysis that challenges conventional wisdom and invites readers to reconsider their relationship with the animal kingdom. 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. print-on-demand item. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical roots of the ongoing debate over socialist theory and its distinctions from both utopian and orthodox schools of thought. The author argues that socialist principles are fundamentally necessary for order in society, and that true socialism is based on rationality. Seeking to draw a distinction between utopian visions of socialism and what the author argues is true socialism, this book traces the history of socialist thought, its development, and the ideas that have been proposed within it. The author examines the interplay of socialism with Christianity and its role in the evolution of social justice movements. This book will appeal to readers interested in the history of ideas, political theory, and the challenges facing modern society. 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. print-on-demand item.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book seeks to determine whether social evolution can be guided or perhaps predicted by the evolution of knowledge and how ignorance of a subject can be overcome by the 'awakening' of reason. The author contends that all social organisation is composed of two elements: the state of knowledge about law and the organisation of property. These two elements must be in harmony with each other, and the organisation of property must always be subordinate to the state of knowledge about law. If this is not the case, the result is social chaos. The author maintains that there are only two types of states of knowledge about law: ignorance and a knowledge of true law. And that the knowledge of true law can only come after the awakening of reason, which in turn brings with it the possibility of true social organisation. The author concludes that any social organisation which is not based on the knowledge of true law is ultimately doomed to failure. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the philosophies of the Enlightenment era, particularly those of Voltaire, Rousseau, and Montesquieu. The author examines how these thinkers' ideas on sovereignty shaped the French Revolution and continue to influence political discourse today. The book argues that Voltaire's rejection of both divine right and popular sovereignty left a vacuum that Rousseau attempted to fill with his concept of the social contract. However, Rousseau's belief in the inherent goodness of humanity led him to underestimate the potential for tyranny within popular rule. The author concludes that the true path to sovereignty lies in the recognition of the transcendent power of reason, which alone can guarantee individual liberty and social harmony. This book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of the intellectual foundations of modern democracy. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 412 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 412 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.