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Holland, Bernard

 
9781333352158: Imperium Et Libertas (Classic Reprint): A Study in History and Politics

Synopsis

Power, liberty, and the form of a nation: how rulers and citizens shape each other

This nonfiction study explains how imperium (power over others) and libertas (power over oneself) define every government, from monarchies to modern states. Drawing on classical and early modern sources, it traces how societies balance individual freedom with collective order, law, and duty. The text offers clear definitions, historical contrasts, and practical implications for political life.

Across chapters that range from the meaning of liberty to the limits of state action, the work shows how nations negotiate the scope of personal and public power. It connects ideas about contract, sovereignty, and civic duty to real events, including constitutional change, parliamentary reform, and the union of states. The discussion moves from ancient definitions to how modern governments operate in daily life, business, and law.

- Understand how different thinkers define liberty and imperium, and why those ideas matter for governance.
- See how governments translate broad principles into laws, treaties, and public policy.
- Explore historical cases of constitutional development, state power, and national unity.
- Learn how the balance between individual rights and collective security has shaped revolutions, reforms, and unions.

Ideal for readers of history and political science who want a clear, accessible look at how liberty and power play out in nations.

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