Leviathan

"Leviathan," a seminal work by Thomas Hobbes, emerges from the backdrop of the English Civil War and presents a compelling argument for restoring monarchy to create a stable commonwealth led by an absolute sovereign. The text critiques contemporary Christian beliefs and philosophical approaches, advocating for a philosophical framework that eliminates divisiveness and establishes peace through social contract. Its controversial ideas sparked significant backlash, resulting in book burnings and Hobbes being labeled the 'Monster of Malmsbury.'