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Two Treatises on Civil Government by John Locke, with an introduction by Henry Morley, is a foundational text in political philosophy, advocating for natural rights, government by consent, and the separation of powers. Locke’s First Treatise refutes the divine right of kings, while the Second Treatise outlines his vision of a civil society governed by rational laws and the protection of individual liberty. Morley’s introduction provides context, situating Locke’s work within Enlightenment thought. Essential for understanding modern political theory, this work influenced the development of democratic governance and ideas of personal freedom and justice.
