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This volume contains two of Locke's most important writings: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding and his Second Treatise on Civil Government.With active table of contents. ... Read more

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The essays in this volume provide a systematic survey of Locke's philosophy informed by the most recent scholarship. They cover Locke's theory of ideas, his philosophies of body, mind, language, and religion, his theory of knowledge, his ethics, and his political philosophy. There are also chapters on Locke's life and subsequent influence. New readers and nonspecialists will find this the most convenient, accessible guide to Locke currently available.Amazon.com Review
"No one ever had common sense before John Locke," said Bertrand Russell, chauvinistically adding, "and no one but Englishmen have ever had it since." Commonsensical or not, Locke produced two masterpieces of profound importance: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding and Two Treatises of Government. In The Cambridge Companion to Locke, 10 eminent Locke scholars systematically survey his philosophy, amply demonstrating (as editor Vere Chappell remarks) "the vitality and quality of current Locke scholarship." No student of Locke will want to ignore it.

The first essay discusses Locke's life and times; the last essay discusses his far-reaching influence. In between, fully half of the essays are devoted to topics discussed in Locke's Essay. Locke's theory of ideas is expounded by Chappell, who hints at its importance by remarking that the word idea is the most frequently used noun in the Essay. It is puzzling that there is no complete essay here on the renowned distinction between primary and secondary qualities; fortunately, the concept is clearly explained in Edwin McCann's excellent essay on Locke's philosophy of body. Jonathan Bennett struggles valiantly to squeeze as much of Locke's philosophy of mind as he can into one essay; the result is useful if cramped. Other aspects of Locke's thought are not neglected; in particular, his moral thought and political theory receive careful treatment from J.B. Schneewind and the late Richard Ashcraft. His philosophy of religion is discussed by Nicholas Wolterstorff, who continues his discussion in his monograph John Locke and the Ethics of Belief. --Glenn Branch ... Read more

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A good introduction to a great thinker
I just wanted to counter the review of the first writer on this book - this companion to Locke's thought is pitched extremely well between the needs of the new reader and a Locke scholar. Each of the articles are accessible, providing an interesting take on each of the subjects tackled. They are certainly not a simple read, however, and the reader is required to make an effort to understand the different strands of argument being discussed. The difficulties of understanding are far from insurmountable and the reader is provided with a sense of achievement in reaching a useful understanding of each subject under discussion. The articles cover all the major areas of Locke's philosophical work (with perhaps an emphasis on his epistemology and metaphysics) and there is an excellent biographical sketch. There is also a fine bibliography of Locke's works and related scholarly material. This book is a useful and informative introduction to Locke's thought. It does require an effort of understanding, but this effort is well-rewarded.

Too ambitious to be good
Like others books in the Collection of Cambridge Companion, this volume on Locke's philosophy is too difficult to for new readers and too simple and general for scholars that already knows the basics of Locke's thought.Moreover, of the diffeents essays pubblied in this Companion, some are veryusefull for a wide and general look. I think it's a good tool to graduatestudents looking for exapnding their knows on the political theory of XVIIIcentury. ... Read more

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An Essay Concerning Human Understanding
Althought the book was very intriguing, John Locke was very wordy in what he was saying.I also didn't appreciate the commentation (so I just skipped most of it) and I didn't like that the annotations included all of his editions; it made it a little bit confusing. ... Read more

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Locke on Government is an essential companion for any student of his Second Treatise on Government, one of the most influential political statements of its time and the foundation of liberal political thought. ... Read more

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Explanatory and Indepth work on "The Second Treatise"
Routledge Guide book has taken efforts to concisely introduce its readers to works of John Locke. The text is intelligible to beginners and is an easy read.

The Second Treatise details the state of nature; the development of society; the contract between the government and its people and the right to rebellion.The issue of rebellion has considerable interests especially to the residents of California with the event of the recall of the Governor Gray Davis. According to Locke if the government fails to enforce the law of nature; fails to further the common good of people; loses trust of people; and fails to act within the bounds of the law the people have the right to rebel. If the above conditions were met then the recall of the governor was a justifiable action by the people.

The Second Treatise has immense relevance to all democratic state as it has been stated by political scholars that it was one of the first all encompassing profound document; advocating for democracy.

This was an easy to understand read and the authors have done great justice to the works of John Locke. I highly encourage readers with an interest in John Locke to give this a chance.

Simple Philosophy
Great for people of all ages who are interested in philosophy, especially those interested in debate. ... Read more

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John Marshall offers an extensive study of late seventeenth-century practices of religious intolerance and toleration in England, Ireland, France, Piedmont and the Netherlands and of the arguments which John Locke and his associates made in defence of 'universal religious toleration'.He analyzes early modern and early Enlightenment discussions of toleration; debates over toleration for Jews and Muslims as well as for Christians; the limits of toleration for the intolerant, atheists, 'libertines' and 'sodomites'; and the complex relationships between intolerance and resistance theories including Locke's own Treatises. ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Originally published in 1969, the impetus for this collection came from a conference on the Thought of John Locke held at York University, Toronto in 1966. Written in the co-operative spirit of the conference, the essays collected here were intended to reflect Locke's position as a polymath and recontextualise his ideas through the juxtaposition of various academic approaches. In doing so, they provide a challenging perspective on Locke which perhaps comes closer to the original character of his thought than more traditional approaches. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Locke's ideas on philosophy, politics, science or religion. ... Read more

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E. S. de Beer's eight-volume edition of the correspondence of John Locke is a classic of modern scholarship. The intellectual range of the correspondence is universal, covering philosophy, theology, medicine, history, geography, economics, law, politics, travel and botany. This first volume covers the years 1650 to 1679.

"When the eight volumes of correspondence have appeared they will be recognized as one of the great scholarly achievements of their day."--K. H. D. Haley, Times Literary Supplement ... Read more

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Contents: Introduction, Sir Ernest Barker; An Essay Concerning the True Original, Extent and End of Civil Government, John Locke; Of the Original Contract, David Hume; The Social Contract, J.J. Rousseau. ... Read more

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Not enough background annotation
This are great works important in the history of political philosophy. But this particular edition does not give as many footnotes as it should, to explain refrences to Classical literature, and certain Latin phrases that students of today may not be familiar with. Still, it combiners three influentional political essays in one covenient volume. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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The aim of this highly original book is twofold: to explain the reconciliation of religion and politics in the work of John Locke, and to explore the relevance of that reconciliation for politics in our own time.Confronted with deep social divisions over ultimate beliefs Locke sought to unite society in a single liberal community.Reason could identify divine moral laws that would be acceptable to members of all cultural groups, thereby justifying the authority of government.Greg Forster demonstrates that Locke's theory is liberal and rational but also moral and religious, providing an alternative to the two extremes of religious fanaticism and moral relativism.This fresh new account of Locke's thought will appeal to specialists and advanced students across philosophy, political science, and religious studies. ... Read more

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This title presents a concise and coherent overview of Locke, ideal for second- or third-year undergraduates who require more than just a simple introduction to his work and thought. John Locke is a clear and lucid writer who wrote on many subjects and founded many new schools of thought. Yet, while his work is not impossible to read, his thought is sufficiently subtle, complex and intricate that he can be agonizingly hard to follow, presenting students of philosophy with a number of difficulties and challenges. "Locke: A Guide for the Perplexed" is a clear and thorough account of Locke's philosophy, his major works and ideas, providing an ideal guide to the important and complex thought of this key philosopher. The book covers the whole range of Locke's philosophical work, offering a thematic review of his thought, together with detailed examination of his landmark text, "An Essay Concerning Human Understanding".Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of Locke's thought, the book provides a cogent and reliable survey of his life, political context and philosophical influences, and clearly and concisely reviews the competing interpretations of the Essay. This is the ideal companion to the study of this most influential and challenging of philosophers. "Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material. ... Read more

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What if someone offered you $100,000 with the only stipulation being that a murderer would be killed if you accept the money?Would you take it?The people who choose to take it are about to find out the ramifications of their decisions to be part of this Lethal Experiment!
Donovan Creed, former CIA assassin, is a smart-aleck tough guy who can't resist a noble cause.Despite a ton of baggage and a penchant for call girls, he always finds a way to beat the bad guys. In this sequel to Lethal People, Creed is forced to choose between his thriving contract-killer business, his part in the Lethal Experiment, and his desire to live a normal life with the beautiful Kathleen Gray and her newly-adopted daughter, Addie. Before that can happen, he has to take care of some lethal business involving a former lover.

Lethal Experiment is a breezy and fun page-turner, featuring grisly humor, outrageous characters, and sexy dialogue. ... Read more

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Wow, Great Book!
Lethal Experiment is a great book.It is part of a series, but don't let that discourage you.This book stands alone, though I can't wait to go back and read the other books by John Locke.The author creates the character of Donovan Creed.You will immediately be drawn to this character. He is well developed, strong and intriguing.He works for the government but has a side job.I won't give away his side job but it sure adds suspense to the book.You will read feverishly to find out the answers this book poses.While reading this book, and afterwards too, you will question your beliefs on the worth of a life, good and evil and death.Yes, these are deep topics but the questions that arise are ones you will find interesting to think about.This book would be wonderful for a book club or just a discussion with a good friend.You won't be disappointed.

I Really Enjoyed This Book
Lethal Experiment (A Donovan Creed Novel) is a wonderful book. I found it to be very interesting and entertaining. The book is written by John Locke. John Locke does a great job with all of his Donovan Creed books.

Donovan Creed is a tough guy. He is a former CIA agent who now works for homeland security. His job is to kill people who might be terrorists. He also kills people for the mob.

John Locke has done a great job developing this make believe character, Donovan Creed. He also has done an excellent job developing the other characters that are in the Donovan Creed stories. Each new Creed book goes into more detail about the characters than the last book.

This book is about what a person would do if they offered $100,000. The only catch to receiving the $100,000 is that someone will die if you accept the money. The person that will die if you accept the money will be a murderer.

This book is a page turner. You will be entertained by the book even if you have not read the other Donovan creed novels. For those of you who have read the other novels about this character, you will enjoy this book just as much as the other ones.

Action packed thriller!
"Lethal Experiment: A Donovan Creed Novel" by John Locke had me hooked right from the beginning. The third book by the author featuring Donovan Creed, you don't have to worry if you haven't read the first two,"Lethal People" and "Saving Rachel". The stories are independent of each other but the central character is the same.

A fascinating storyline about Creed, a government hit man that freelancers for the mob when work is slow and hides his work from his family and friends. The book gives you an interesting perspective of life and death from a different point of view. A great read that you won't want to put down.

Fast Paced and Funny
I never seem to start a series on book one.It's a personal quirk, an unintentional one at that.But in the case of "Lethal Experiment" it doesn't matter.I was pulled into the story fairly quickly; the combination of characters, situation and writing style made it a quick and entertaining read.

"Lethal Experiment" by John Locke is a Donovan Creed novel, and while Donovan isn't a typical "good" guy, he is definitely a relatable character (and most definitely NOT a "bad" guy, either).So when I come across a story point where Donovan's making a choice that leaves me somewhat appalled, I still find myself rooting for him.And by the end of the book, I was looking forward to reading the rest of the Creed novels.I still am.

Morals versus money.
"Lethal Experiment" by John Locke is a great book that poses some very interesting moral questions.Donovan Creed is a good guy, even though he kills people for a living.As an agent for the government he has done some nasty things, and when missions run dry he takes on some freelance work as well.So how do you balance life as a hired gun with being a family man?You need an outlook on life that is not like any other.

I liked reading this book.I liked the main character, Donovan Creed, and the unusual situations he seems to find himself in.After finishing this one, I am off to pick up the other Donovan Creed novels.
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The philosophical thought of John Locke, a physician by profession, was colored by Locke's medical outlook to a much greater degree than had ever been suspected. Patrick Romanell, in "John Locke and Medicine", examines Locke's relatively unknown medical writings and asks how Locke's own distinctive conception of human knowledge, traditionally classified under British empiricism, developed. He finds that, of all of Locke's interests, it is medicine that accounts most directly and effectively for his practical ideal of life and for his constant appeal to 'profitable knowledge'. In his masterpiece "An Essay Concerning Human Understanding (1690)", Locke attempted, as he stated it, 'to describe to others, more particularly than had been done before, what it is their minds do, when they perform that action, which they call knowing'. Locke was intent on describing 'the natural history of knowledge' and he required an appropriate method of inquiry. Romanell shows that it was Locke's medical thought and his background as a physician that provided the paradigm for his famed 'historical, plain method' of inquiry that he applied to his philosophical analysis of human understanding.In addition to the light this sheds on Locke's philosophy, this new information causes us to reconsider several other significant issues: the nature of the debate between the competing schools of Continental Rationalism and British Empiricism; the position of Sydenham the physician in Locke's intellectual development; and, the subtle differences of temper within the long tradition of British Empiricism itself. "John Locke and Medicine" is the first book to discuss the hitherto neglected relationship between Locke the physician and Locke the philosopher. A major contribution to the study of John Locke, it is also a fascinating account of one of the many instances of the meeting of medicine and philosophy in the history of ideas. ... Read more