Dive into the foundational concepts of modern political theory with ‘Hobbes, Locke, and Confusion’s Masterpiece’ by Ross Harrison. This insightful study from The Bookish Owl meticulously explains and critically analyzes the philosophies of Hobbes, Locke, and their contemporaries. Harrison illuminates the complex historical, intellectual, and religious contexts that forged these influential ideas. Explore the enduring questions surrounding the limits of political authority and the essential link between governmental legitimacy and the people’s will, all presented in accessible, non-technical prose. This book is essential reading for understanding the roots of Western political thought.