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“We are tainted by modern philosophy which has taught us that all is good, whereas evil has polluted everything and in a very real sense all is evil, since nothing is in its proper place.”

Quote by Joseph de Maistre

Book:The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions: Studies on Sovereignty, Religion and Enlightenment

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The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions: Studies on Sovereignty, Religion and Enlightenment

The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions is a scholarly work that examines the origins and evolution of political constitutions. It analyzes the role of sovereignty in shaping political structures and the impact of religious beliefs on constitutional development. The book also investigates the contributions of the Enlightenment to the formulation of modern political constitutions, providing a comprehensive understanding of these complex and interconnected themes. more

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Joseph de Maistre

Joseph de Maistre was a French philosopher known for his conservative political theories, which had a profound impact on 19th-century European political philosophy. more

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