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Hobbes published Leviathan
A book the Thomas Hobbes wrote talking about civil peace and unity by establishing common wealth. The Leviathan challenged the government and was the cornerstone of western political philosophy. www.sparknotes,com/philosophy/leviathan/summary.html -
Locke published Two Treatises on Government
A book the John Locke wrote discussing the rights of kings, that every man was born a slave, and everyone has the ability to govern themselves. Two Treatises on Government was the foundation for modern forms of democracy and the Constitution. www.sparknotes.com/phliosophy/johnlocke/section2.rhtml -
Montesquieu published The Spirit of Laws
A book published by Montesquieu about human laws, social institutions, and the nature and principles of a government. Montesquieu influenced the Constitution, the development of democratic institutions in Europe and denounced the monarchy system in France. plato.standford.edu/entries/montesquieu/#4 -
Rousseau published the Social Contract, Emile
A book published by Rousseau to explain how humans are naturally good and can be nurtured by education. Rousseau influenced governments to limit their power and authority to people. www.sparknotes.com/philosophy/rousseau/section3.rhtml -
Beccaria published On Crimes and Punishments
A book the Beccaria published on what "punishments" should be inflicted for the better of society and setting rules that benefit society. iep.utm.edu/beccaria/#H2