On Civil Liberty and Self Government - Francis Lieber

On Civil Liberty and Self Government by Francis Lieber is a collection of essays that explore the concepts of individual freedom and self-governance in a democratic society. The book includes discussions on topics such as the role of government, the importance of free speech and press, the rule of law, and the protection of individual rights. Lieber argues that a well-functioning democracy requires a balance between individual liberty and the common good, and he provides insights on how this balance can be achieved. The book also includes a historical perspective on the development of democratic societies and the challenges they face. Overall, On Civil Liberty and Self Government is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers valuable insights on the principles of democracy and individual freedom.1853. Lieber presented the first systematic work on political science that appeared in America with the publication of On Civil Liberty and Self-Government. Some of the topics covered are definitions of liberty, Anglican liberty, high treason, quartering soldiers, independence of the judiciary, institutional government, and Vox Populi Vox Dei.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781417947966