http://www.loc.gov/mods/v3 http://www.loc.gov/standards/mods/v3/mods-3-2.xsd
origin of the distinction of ranks, or, An inquiry into the circumstances which give rise to influence and authority, in the different members of society
Inquiry into the circumstances which give rise to influence and authority, in the different members of society
1. Of the rank and condition of women in different ages -- 2. Of the jurisdiction and authority of a father over his children -- 3. The authority of a chief over the members of a tribe or village -- 4. The authority of a sovereign, and of subordinate officers, over a society composed of different tribes or villages -- 5. The changes produced in the government of a people, by their progress in arts, and in polished manners -- 6. The authority of a master over his servants.
First published in 1771 under title: Observations concerning the distinction of ranks in society.
Also filmed as item number 12222.2. Item number12222.2 has imprint date 1781.
Reproduction of original from Goldsmiths' Library, University of London.
Electronic reproduction. Farmington Hills, Mich. : Thomson Gale, 2005. (The making of the modern world). Available via the World Wide Web. Access limited to licensing agreements. s2005 miunns
Observations concerning the distinction of ranks in society
Making of the modern world (Goldsmiths'-Kress Library of Economic Literature)