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From the moment of its publication in 1748, The Spirit of the Laws proved to be a controversial work provoking widespread interest. Within three years it had been translated into various European languages - and was swiftly added to the List of Prohibited Books by the Roman Catholic Church. It is a remarkable book, a potpourri of observations and comments ranging far and wide over the social activities of mankind and it exerted a great influence on political leaders in the following decades.

Originally published in 1748, this is possibly the most masterful and influential book ever written on the subject of liberty and justice. Accordingly, it is a work that profoundly influenced America’s Founding Fathers. Its success was due partly to the fact that it was the first systematic treatise on politics, partly to Montesquieu’s championship of the nobility and the Parlements, but above all, to the brilliant style of his prose.

Retrouvez le roman épistolaire de Montesquieu, un classique au programme de l'oral du bac de français 2021. Quoi de plus divertissant qu'un étranger perdu dans un pays inconnu ? Aux yeux du Persan Usbek, nos manières, nos passions, nos mœurs paraissent un carnaval de bizarreries et de conventions absurdes. Loin d'Ispahan, de son harem et de ses sultanes, la France et Paris lui semblent incompréhensibles. Pour décrire cette nation "civilisée", il entreprend une chronique étincelante d'esprit, de fausse naïveté et de hardiesse.

Publiées sans nom d'auteur en 1721, les "Lettres persanes" rencontrèrent aussitôt un considérable succès. L'ouvrage se donne comme un recueil de près de deux cents lettres : celles d'Usbek et Rica, deux "Persans" voyageant vers l'Europe et s'arrêtant à Paris. En restituant, pour le plaisir de l'écoute, la pluralité des voix, nous voudrions inviter à découvrir (ou redécouvrir) un texte qui sait aussi se faire roman. Montesquieu, observateur des mœurs et des institutions, s'efforce de les comparer suivant les variations de lieu et de temps.

The Spirit of the Laws not only systematizes the foundational ideas of “separation of powers” and “balances and checks,” it provides the decisive response to the question of whether power in the nation-state can be limited in the aftermath of the Westphalian settlement of 1648. It describes a civilizational change through which power becomes domesticated, with built-in resistance to attempts to absolutize (or make total) political power. As such, it is the Bible of modern politics, now made more accessible to English readers than it ever has been. There have been in English only two ...

Publié en 1721, Les Lettres persanes de Montesquieu est un roman épistolaire qui raconte le séjour de deux nobles persans, Usbek et Rica, en France. À travers les lettres qu’ils échangent entre eux ou avec leurs amis et proches restés en Perse, ils observent avec un regard critique les mœurs, les institutions et les travers de la société française du XVIIIe siècle. Ce regard étranger permet à Montesquieu de dénoncer subtilement des thèmes comme l'intolérance religieuse, la corruption politique et les inégalités sociales.

Featuring some of the most brilliant and notable sayings from a revolutionising world, "100 Quotes by Charles Louis de Montesquieu" is the perfect companion for readers looking to be inspired by one of the most influential figures in history. French judge, historian, and political philosopher, Montesquieu remains a leading figure in the French Revolution and a major influence on the Founding Fathers of the United States. Responsible for devising a government separated into branches of power, his political theories remain in practice in many constitutions throughout the world today.

"600 Quotations from French Philosophy" is a collection of thoughts and reflections from six of the greatest French thinkers of all time. France’s influence on Western philosophy cannot be understated, from the Age of Enlightenment through to the founding of modern philosophy. Many of these quotes have as much resonance today as they did when they were first coined. Superb for dipping in and out of, there are more than a few thoughts in this book worth memorising, and even more that are sure to inspire.

It’s time to change the way we see babies. Drawing on principles developed by the educator Dr Maria Montessori, The Montessori Baby shows how to raise your baby from birth to age one with love, respect, insight, and a surprising sense of calm. Cowritten by Simone Davies, author of the bestselling The Montessori Toddler, and Junnifa Uzodike, it’s a book filled with hundreds of practical ideas for understanding what is actually happening with your baby, and how you can mindfully assist in their learning and development.

In 2012, on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan, an improvised explosive device left Dan Crenshaw's right eye destroyed and his left blinded. Only through the careful hand of his surgeons, and what doctors called a miracle, did Crenshaw's left eye recover partial vision. And yet, he persevered, completing two more deployments. Why? There are certain stories we tell ourselves about the hardships we face—we can become paralyzed by adversity or we can adapt and overcome. We can be fragile or we can find our fortitude. Crenshaw delivers a set of lessons to help you do just that.

What can parents do to help their youngest children in their task of self-formation? How does the Montessori method of hands-on learning and self-discovery relate to the youngest infants? This authoritative and accessible book answers these and many other questions. Based on Dr. Maria Montessori's instructions for raising infants, its comprehensive exploration of the first three years incorporates the furnishings and tools she created for the care and comfort of babies.

Charles de Montesquieu, es un pensador político, precursor de la sociología, filósofo francés y escritor de la Ilustración. Joven apasionado por la ciencia y a gusto con el espíritu de la Regencia, Montesquieu publicó anónimamente Les Lettres persanes (1721), una novela epistolar que hace una divertida sátira de la sociedad francesa vista por persas ficticios y cuestiona los diversos sistemas políticos y sociales, incluido el suyo propio. Luego viaja a Europa y se queda más de un año en Inglaterra. Luego se dedicó a sus grandes obras que combinaban la historia y la filosofía política, en particular "De l'esprit des lois" (1748).

Delve into The Spirit of Laws, an influential treatise on political theory penned by Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu, and published anonymously in 1748 due to the prevalent censorship. This audiobook encapsulates Volume 1, covering Books I to XIX. The work, quickly translated into multiple languages, significantly influenced notables like Catherine the Great, the architects of the United States Constitution, and Alexis de Tocqueville. Montesquieu’s advocacy for a constitutional government, separation of powers, abolition of slavery, preservation of civil liberties, and the ...

Charles de Montesquieu est un penseur politique, précurseur de la sociologie, philosophe et écrivain français des Lumières. Jeune homme passionné par les sciences et à l'aise avec l'esprit de la Régence, Montesquieu publie anonymement les "Lettres persanes" (1721), un roman épistolaire qui fait la satire amusée de la société française vue par des Persans fictifs et met en cause les différents systèmes politiques et sociaux, y compris le leur.

Charles de Montesquieu, é um pensador político, precursor da sociologia, filósofo e escritor francês do Iluminismo. Um jovem apaixonado pela ciência e à vontade com o espírito da Regência, Montesquieu publicou anonimamente "Les Lettres persanes" (1721), um romance epistolar que faz uma sátira divertida da sociedade francesa.

Ready yourself for this carefully crafted collection of quotes from some of the greatest minds the world has ever seen! Featuring world-famous playwrights, philosophers, activists, Presidents and physicists, from Churchill and Shakespeare to Gandhi and Einstein, this is an entertaining and inspiring compilation covering everything from Ancient Rome to modern-day Britain.

Charles de Montesquieu, est un penseur politique, précurseur de la sociologie, philosophe et écrivain français des Lumières. Jeune homme passionné par les sciences et à l'aise avec l'esprit de la Régence, Montesquieu publie anonymement les "Lettres persanes" (1721), un roman épistolaire qui fait la satire amusée de la société française vue par des Persans fictifs et met en cause les différents systèmes politiques et sociaux, y compris le leur.

Charles de Montesquieu, is een politieke denker, de voorloper van de sociologie, de Franse filosoof en schrijver van de Verlichting. Jonge man gefascineerd door de wetenschap en comfortabel met de geest van de Regency, Montesquieu gepubliceerd anoniem Perzische Letters (1721), een briefroman die leuk satire van de Franse standpunten samenleving maakt door fictieve Perzen en vragen de verschillende politieke en sociale systemen, met inbegrip van hun eigen land. Daarna reisde hij naar Europa en bleef meer dan een jaar in Engeland.

Take a tour through nine of the finest minds of all time, with "900 Quotations from Modern Philosophy". With words of wisdom, reflections, and observations on everything from life and love to death and hatred, and everything in between, this is a superb book for those looking for inspiring and self-questioning thoughts to gain a new perspective on our existence. A superb read for fans of modern philosophy and those who simply want something fascinating to dip in and out of.

Charles de Montesquieu, var en politisk tänkare, föregångaren till sociologi, fransk filosof och författare av upplysningen. Ung man fascinerad av vetenskap och bekväma med andan i Regency, Montesquieu publicerade anonymt persiska Letters (1721), en brevroman som gör narr satir franska ser samhället genom fiktiva pers och be de olika politiska och sociala system, inklusive sitt eget land.