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Didn't like it as much as the Introduction to the History of the Principal Kingdoms, mostly because of the arguments on religion nearly ruining the overall theme of the book. This was caused by the translator trying to show that religion still had a place in political life (which Pufendorf was against) and the way he turns some of the phrases into muck. The good part is that there are notations to give you a better idea of what Pufendorf was trying to say, the bad was I felt it interrupted the flow of the book. I know that they are reprinting the actual 1691 translation, but when the translator's phrasing actually undermines the argument he it trying to convey, I feel there has to be a better way than a number and small paragraph at the bottom of the page. I did like the subject material, though. It was a very good book for learning about how people should behave in society, ideally, in a legal framework rather than religiously inspired, and an excellent companion to The Law of Nations by Vattel. I just couldn't enjoy it as much as i could have, knowing the translator was thwarting the writer! Hopefully you can, because there is a lot to learn from the pages of this book.
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All American families should read and this book, especially families with kids enrolled in high school and/or college. Readers of this book will discover that they now have a far greater awareness about or American heritage; and can enjoy the works of our founding fathers and their introduction of the Law of Nature into our American government. .
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This is not the Whole Duty of Man typically talked about in 17th and 18th century studies. (That one is attributed to Richard Allestree). This book was given a similar title for its English translation to capitalize on the Allestree success. At any rate, the used copy I bought came signed by the author, so thanks!
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