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The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Learn more about the program. Political theorists F.A. David explores the lesson… Constant began his political career in 1799, when he was elected a member of the Tribunate under Napoleon’s Consulate. During the Consulat, in 1800 he became the leader of the Liberal Opposition. La libertà degli antichi, paragonata a quella dei moderni 38 copies. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. 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With the resurgence of interest in liberal ideas in France in the 1980s, however, his importance as a political theorist has come to be appreciated. On the rights of the majority. Description Benjamin Constant (1767–1830) spent the early years of the French Revolution in a post at a minor German court. See, for Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. This 1988 book is an English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant. on the Extent of Political Authority 29 1. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought): Fontana, Biancamaria: 9780521316323: Amazon.com: Books. It aggrandizes the spirit, ennobles the mind, and establishes among all of them a sort of intellectual quality which makes for a people who are both glorious and powerful.” ― Benjamin Constant and ed. 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As far back as the period between 1800 and 1803, Constant had begun a project of both translating and commenting on Godwin’s Enquiry Concerning Political Justice. A Swiss protestant by birth, Constant was a prominent figure in French political life in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and, subsequently, to the restored Bourbon monarchy. Are we at liberty to follow our hearts? 32 3. Wollstonecraft: A Vindication of the Rights of Men and a Vindication of the Rights of Woman and Hints (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), International Pecking Orders: The Politics and Practice of Multilateral Diplomacy, Kant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Condorcet: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Considerations on the Principal Events of the French Revolution, The Liberty of Ancients Compared with that of Moderns. 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CONSTANT, BENJAMIN (1767–1830), French politician, writer, and theorist.. Benjamin Constant de Rebecque was best known in his lifetime as a politician and political journalist and later as a novelist. His criticisms of Napoleon’s attempts to dismantle the representative system and to remove any checks on his power got him dismissed from the Tribunate and forced him into exile. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The French political theorist and politician Benjamin Constant (1767-1830) worries that after long periods of war men become imbued with ideas about the use of force and a “military spirit” which undermines the very liberty they are supposed to defend: Constant: Political Writings 98 copies. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Hayek and Isaiah Berlin helped revive interest in Constant’s political writings during the 1950s, and there was a new Paris edition of his works in 1957. A. Pitt, 'The Religion of the Moderns: Freedom and Authenticity in Constant's De la Religion', in History of Political Thought; xxi, 1 (2000), 67–87. --This text refers to the paperback edition. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Adolphe / The Red Notebook 49 copies. 86. Please try again. The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Learn more about the program. Political theorists F.A. 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Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Principles of Politics Applicable to All Governments 51 copies. Cambridge University Press (November 10, 1988). A.Pitt "The Religion of the Moderns: Freedom and Authenticity in Constant's De la Religion", History of Political Thought, xxi, 1, 2000, 67-87 "Principles of Politics Applicable to all Representative Governments", Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought) - Biancamaria Fontana (Trans & Ed.) Benjamin Constant’s writings have not generally been considered an interesting resource for political theorists concerned with the relation between religion and liberalism. As far back as the period between 1800 and 1803, Constant had begun a project of both translating and commenting on Godwin’s Enquiry Concerning Political Justice. A Swiss protestant by birth, Constant was a prominent figure in French political life in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and, subsequently, to the restored Bourbon monarchy. Are we at liberty to follow our hearts? 32 3. Wollstonecraft: A Vindication of the Rights of Men and a Vindication of the Rights of Woman and Hints (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), International Pecking Orders: The Politics and Practice of Multilateral Diplomacy, Kant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Condorcet: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Considerations on the Principal Events of the French Revolution, The Liberty of Ancients Compared with that of Moderns. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. 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Unable to add item to List. Hayek and Isaiah Berlin helped revive interest in Constant’s political writings during the 1950s, and there was a new Paris edition of his works in 1957. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. “Political liberty involves every citizen without exception in the examination and study of his most sacred interest. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. This bar-code number lets you verify that you're getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. On the limits of political … Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Adolphe, suivi de Le Cahier rouge, et Cécile (French Edition) 40 copies. Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2015. A committed republican from 1795, he backed the coup d'état of 18 Fructidor, and the following one on 18 brumaire,. A Swiss protestant by birth, Constant was a prominent figure in French political life in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and, subsequently, to the restored Bourbon monarchy. What happens if we don’t? (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Wollstonecraft: A Vindication of the Rights of Men and a Vindication of the Rights of Woman and Hints (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Considerations on the Principal Events of the French Revolution, Why Liberalism Failed (Politics and Culture). This is the first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant, one of the most important of modern French political theorists and writers. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Does this book contain quality or formatting issues? Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge University Press, 1988) page 292 36 Ibid, page 252 37 Brint, M. E. Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Benjamin Constant: A Dialogue on Freedom and Tyranny in The Review of Politics (Volume 47, Issue 3, July 1985) page 329 38 Constant, Benjamin. Get FREE shipping on Constant: Political Writings by Benjamin Constant, from wordery.com. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Political Writings. Political writings / Benjamin Constant ; translated and edited by Biancamaria Fontana | … There was a problem loading your book clubs. Political Writings, p. 327. Use the Amazon App to scan ISBNs and compare prices. His writings are widely regarded as one of the classical formulations of modern liberal doctrine, and Constant's own closeness to the Anglo-Saxon political tradition renders their translation into English particularly appropriate. Use the Amazon App to scan ISBNs and compare prices. 21 BENJAMIN CONSTANT, POLITICAL WRITINGS 310-11 (Biancamana [VOL. Please try again. The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. The texts included in this volume are widely regarded as one of the classic formulations of modern liberal … The novel Adolphe has hitherto been Constant's only work freely available outside France, emphasising his importance within European Romanticism and his centrality to French literary development in the nineteenth century. This evolved into an 1806 draft commentary on Smith’s Wealth of Nations, and finally, in 1815, during the Hundred Days, into an essay on the Acte additional aux constitutions de l’empire —the “Benjamine.” The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. On the limitation of political authority. Please try again. Benjamin Constant, “The Liberty of the Ancients Compared with that of the Moderns,” in . The 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. On clicking this link, a new layer will be open, Highlight, take notes, and search in the book. 31 2. The texts included in this volume are widely regarded as one of the classic formulations of modern liberal doctrine. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. His writings are widely regarded as one of the classical formulations of modern liberal doctrine, and Constant's own closeness to the Anglo-Saxon political tradition renders their translation into English particularly appropriate. This 1988 book is an English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant, one of the most important of modern French political theorists and writers. A Swiss protestant by birth, Constant was a prominent figure in French political life in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and, subsequently, to the restored Bourbon monarchy. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Objection to the possibility of limiting political authority. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal Political theorists F.A. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Do we have an obligation to take an interest in politics? Please try again. Abstract. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2015. This does not prevent some fans of republicanism from continuing to caricature Constant’s liberalism as the epitome of the “negative,” laissez-faire type. This 1988 book is an English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant, one of the most important of modern French political theorists and writers. "Principles of Politics Applicable to all Representative Governments", Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought) – Biancamaria Fontana (Trans & Ed.) He served there until 1802. He published pamphlets attacking Napoleon but later reconciled to … Henri-Benjamin Constant de Rebecque, or simply Benjamin Constant, was a Swiss-French political activist and writer on political theory and religion. Read with the free Kindle apps (available on iOS, Android, PC & Mac), Kindle E-readers and on Fire Tablet devices. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Political Writings, Constant's thought« is currently associated with the very opposite of the promotion of moral values » 6• He is most famous for his often-cited defense of modem liberty, in which he stressed man's right to the unobstructed enjoyment of « private pleasures » and « private independence >>7. Does this book contain inappropriate content? Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought). (1814) Source: Benjamin Constant, Political Writings, ed. Author: Constant, Benjamin, 1767-1830; Format: Book; x, 350 p. ; 23 cm. 36 5. CONSTANT, BENJAMIN (1767–1830), French politician, writer, and theorist.. Benjamin Constant de Rebecque was best known in his lifetime as a politician and political journalist and later as a novelist. His criticisms of Napoleon’s attempts to dismantle the representative system and to remove any checks on his power got him dismissed from the Tribunate and forced him into exile. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The French political theorist and politician Benjamin Constant (1767-1830) worries that after long periods of war men become imbued with ideas about the use of force and a “military spirit” which undermines the very liberty they are supposed to defend: Constant: Political Writings 98 copies. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Hayek and Isaiah Berlin helped revive interest in Constant’s political writings during the 1950s, and there was a new Paris edition of his works in 1957. A. Pitt, 'The Religion of the Moderns: Freedom and Authenticity in Constant's De la Religion', in History of Political Thought; xxi, 1 (2000), 67–87. --This text refers to the paperback edition. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Adolphe / The Red Notebook 49 copies. 86. Please try again. The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Learn more about the program. Political theorists F.A. David explores the lesson… Constant began his political career in 1799, when he was elected a member of the Tribunate under Napoleon’s Consulate. During the Consulat, in 1800 he became the leader of the Liberal Opposition. La libertà degli antichi, paragonata a quella dei moderni 38 copies. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Principles of Politics Applicable to All Governments, Hobhouse: Liberalism & Othr Writngs (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Montesquieu: The Spirit of the Laws (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Proudhon: What is Property? Cambridge University Press (November 10, 1988), Up to 4 simultaneous devices, per publisher limits. This bar-code number lets you verify that you're getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. 1997-98] REPUBLICANISM, LIBERALISM, AND THE LAW participation m government, while the liberty of the modems meant the rule of law, and specific protections of the individual, including freedoms There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. CONSTANT, BENJAMIN. ‎Benjamin Constant’s ‘The Liberty of the Ancients Compared to the Liberty of the Moderns’ (1819) examines what it means to be free in the modern world. With the resurgence of interest in liberal ideas in France in the 1980s, however, his importance as a political theorist has come to be appreciated. On the rights of the majority. Description Benjamin Constant (1767–1830) spent the early years of the French Revolution in a post at a minor German court. See, for Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. This 1988 book is an English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant. on the Extent of Political Authority 29 1. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought): Fontana, Biancamaria: 9780521316323: Amazon.com: Books. It aggrandizes the spirit, ennobles the mind, and establishes among all of them a sort of intellectual quality which makes for a people who are both glorious and powerful.” ― Benjamin Constant and ed. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime. Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. This translation of Constant's political writings is replete with full editorial apparatus and bibliographic information that will enable anglophone students of liberal thought to engage at first hand with one of its most durable and influential exponents. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. You are listening to a sample of the Audible narration for this Kindle book. He moved to Paris in 1795 and became active in French politics (and became the lover of de Staël). After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. This 1988 translation of Constant's political writings is replete with full editorial apparatus and bibliographic information that will enable anglophone students of liberal thought to engage at first hand with one of its most durable and influential exponents. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Principles of Politics Applicable to All Governments 51 copies. Cambridge University Press (November 10, 1988). A.Pitt "The Religion of the Moderns: Freedom and Authenticity in Constant's De la Religion", History of Political Thought, xxi, 1, 2000, 67-87 "Principles of Politics Applicable to all Representative Governments", Constant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought) - Biancamaria Fontana (Trans & Ed.) Benjamin Constant’s writings have not generally been considered an interesting resource for political theorists concerned with the relation between religion and liberalism. As far back as the period between 1800 and 1803, Constant had begun a project of both translating and commenting on Godwin’s Enquiry Concerning Political Justice. A Swiss protestant by birth, Constant was a prominent figure in French political life in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and, subsequently, to the restored Bourbon monarchy. Are we at liberty to follow our hearts? 32 3. Wollstonecraft: A Vindication of the Rights of Men and a Vindication of the Rights of Woman and Hints (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), International Pecking Orders: The Politics and Practice of Multilateral Diplomacy, Kant: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Condorcet: Political Writings (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought), Considerations on the Principal Events of the French Revolution, The Liberty of Ancients Compared with that of Moderns. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. This 1988 book is an English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant. On the organization of government when political power is not limited. 35 4. Classic definitions of modern liberal doctrine emerge from the first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political theorists. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Cambridge, 1988 Please try again. The first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political figures in the aftermath of the revolution of 1789, and a leading member of the liberal opposition to Napoleon and later to the restored Bourbon monarchy. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Benjamin Constant, “The Spirit of Conquest and Usurpation and Their Relation to European Civilization,” in Benjamin Constant: Political Writings, trans. The 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. 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