Ideals as Interests in Hobbes's Leviathan

Discover a groundbreaking perspective on Thomas Hobbes's seminal work with Ideals as Interests in Hobbes's Leviathan by S. A. Lloyd. Published by Cambridge University Press in 1992, this hardback edition spans 412 pages of insightful analysis. Lloyd presents a radical reinterpretation of Hobbes's ideas, emphasizing the significance of transcendent interests—those that surpass the primal fear of death—in understanding social disorder and the solutions Hobbes proposes. This compelling exploration not only sheds light on Hobbes's philosophical framework but also invites readers to reconsider the foundational ideals that govern human behavior and societal structures. Perfect for students and scholars alike, this book is an essential addition to any philosophy or political theory collection.