Devin Stauffer on Leo Strauss' Natural Right & History, Chapter 5, Part 1 on Hobbes

02/14/24 • 84 min

Join us as we delve into the profound insights of political philosopher Leo Strauss' Natural Right and History featuring returning special guest Devin Stauffer, Professor and Associate Chair at UT Austin. In this episode, the group unravel the complexities of Chapter 5, Part 1, exploring Thomas Hobbes' enduring impact on political theory.

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