Leviathan
About this book
Thomas Hobbes' Leviathan, from 1651, is one of the first and most influential arguments towards social contract. Written in the midst of the English Civil War, it concerns the structure of government and society and argues for strong central governance and the rule of an absolute sovereign as the way to avoid civil war and chaos.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 54811 readers · 299 pages · ≈ 5 h 32 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Leviathan?
About ≈ 5 h 32 m — 299 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Leviathan?
299 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Leviathan?
It sits on the Essays, Philosophy shelves.
Is Leviathan in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Leviathan?
The main characters include Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679).
Where does Leviathan take place?
It takes place in Early works to 1800.
Who wrote Leviathan?
Thomas Hobbes.
Where can I read Leviathan online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library