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Published in 1793, *An Enquiry Concerning Political Justice* presents William Godwin’s early political philosophy, focusing on the relationship between political structures, individual freedom, and moral development. Godwin argues that true justice must serve societal well-being and that individual liberty is both a moral and practical necessity. He examines the role of property, the limits of government power, and the importance of reasoned political organization, laying groundwork for later anarchist and liberal thought. The book remains a seminal text in the history of political theory, influencing discussions of civil rights and the nature of justice.
First publish date: 1793
Genre: Politics & Government/Political Theory
Authors: William Godwin
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