The Spirit of the Laws

The book is in used condition, with noticeable wear on the cover, including scuff marks and creases. There is no dust jacket, and the spine shows signs of handling. The binding is intact, ensuring the book's durability for continued use. Despite the cosmetic flaws, the pages are clean and free of inscriptions or markings.

"The Spirit of the Laws" by Baron De Montesquieu is a cornerstone work in political philosophy and law, published by Hafner Press, a division of Macmillan Publishing Co., Inc., in 1975. This edition is a seventh reprinting, presenting Montesquieu's influential ideas on the separation of powers, which have profoundly shaped modern democratic governance. Translated by Thomas Nugent and introduced by Franz Neumann, this two-volumes-in-one edition is published in New York. Montesquieu's work is essential reading for those interested in political theory and the historical development of legal systems. This edition is part of the Hafner Library of Classics, making it a valuable addition for collectors and scholars alike. The book is in used condition, with visible wear on the cover, but remains structurally intact.