Leviathan By Thomas Hobbes

Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes – A Foundational Work of Political Philosophy

Explore Leviathan, the seminal 1651 work by English philosopher Thomas Hobbes, where he lays the groundwork for modern political theory. This classic text examines the structure of society, the necessity of strong central authority, and the nature of human behavior in a state of nature. Through Hobbes’ vivid metaphor of the "Leviathan"—a powerful, sovereign entity created through a social contract—readers are invited to reflect on the origins of government, law, and civil peace.