Spinoza and Republicanism

by Raia Prokhovnik

In this book, Spinoza's political theory is examined through an analysis of his engagement with the practical politics of his day in the United Provinces. 17th-century Dutch history, political life and political thought, and in particular Dutch republicanism, represent an important context in which to discuss Spinoza's political philosophy. The significance of Spinoza's republicanism is highlighted in a comparison with English political thought and...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0333733908
• ISBN13: 9780333733905
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.7" x 8.8"