The Spirit of Montesquieu’s Persian Letters

The book commemorates the 300th anniversary of Montesquieus Persian Letters, a seminal work in classical liberal thought, and offers a sympathetic satire of commercial society's promise and discontents. It includes letters written by two Persian travelers to Paris, providing a unique perspective on Parisian life. Contributions from prominent scholars and early career scholars offer new insights into Montesquieus thought.

Format: Hardback
Length: 292 pages
Publication date: 08 May 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

The primary objective of this book is to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Montesquieu's Persian Letters, a seminal work in classical liberal thought. Persian Letters is a captivating and insightful satire of commercial society's promises and shortcomings, encompassing a diverse range of issues and themes that played a significant role in shaping the trajectory of liberal modernity. The book comprises a collection of letters primarily authored by two Persian travelers to Paris, providing modern readers with a unique perspective of Parisian life through the eyes of an outsider. Additionally, the volume features contributions from renowned scholars of Montesquieu and emerging scholars who have recently uncovered fresh and exciting avenues for understanding this pivotal figure in modern political thought.

Weight: 580g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666913279