“The first duty of man is to take none of the principles of conduct upon trust; to do nothing without a clear and individual conviction that it is right to be done.”
Quote by William Godwin
Work
An Enquiry Concerning Political Justice: And Its Influence on General Virtue and Happiness
This book is a comprehensive examination of the principles of political justice and its role in fostering general virtue and happiness within a society. more
Author
William Godwin
William Godwin was an English journalist, writer, and philosopher known for his contributions to liberal and socialist ideas. He is particularly famous for his work 'Enquiry Concerning Political Justice', which outlined theories on freedom, equality, and property. Born on March 3, 1756, he passed away on April 7, 1836. more
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