Studies of Political Thought: From Gerson to Grotius, 1414-1625 (1907)

""Studies of Political Thought: From Gerson to Grotius, 1414-1625"" is a historical book written by John Neville Figgis and published in 1907. The book is a collection of essays that examine the political thought and ideas of prominent figures from the late medieval and early modern periods, including Jean Gerson, Marsilius of Padua, Niccol?????? Machiavelli, and Hugo Grotius. Figgis explores the evolution of political thought during this period, which was marked by significant changes in the political and social landscape of Europe. The book discusses various topics such as the role of the state, the relationship between church and state, the nature of sovereignty, and the concept of natural law. The author also examines the impact of these ideas on the political developments of the time, including the rise of the nation-state and the emergence of modern political theory. The book is written in a scholarly and analytical style and is intended for students and scholars of political science, history, and philosophy. Overall, ""Studies of Political Thought: From Gerson to Grotius, 1414-1625"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of political thought and the development of political ideas in Europe during this critical period.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.