Spinoza on Philosophy, Religion, and Politics
Author | : Susan James |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 359 |
Release | : 2012-01-26 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780199698127 |
ISBN-13 | : 0199698120 |
Rating | : 4/5 (27 Downloads) |
Download or read book Spinoza on Philosophy, Religion, and Politics written by Susan James and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-01-26 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Susan James explores the revolutionary political thought of one of the most radical and creative of modern philosophers, Baruch Spinoza. His Theologico-Political Treatise of 1670 defends religious pluralism, political republicanism, and intellectual freedom. James shows how this work played a crucial role in the development of modern society.