Enquiry Concerning Political Justice and its Influence on Morals and Happiness. Volume 2 by William Godwin is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the relationship between politics, morality, and human happiness. In this volume, Godwin delves deeper into his philosophy of utilitarianism and the idea that individuals should strive to maximize the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest number of people.

Godwin presents a compelling argument for the importance of political justice in creating a society where individuals can truly be happy and fulfilled. He challenges traditional ideas about governance and power, advocating for a more decentralized and egalitarian society where individuals have the freedom to pursue their own happiness without infringing on the rights of others.

Throughout the book, Godwin provides numerous examples from history and everyday life to support his arguments, making his ideas accessible to readers of all backgrounds. While some of his views may be considered radical or idealistic by contemporary standards, his passion and conviction are evident on every page.

Overall, Enquiry Concerning Political Justice and its Influence on Morals and Happiness. Volume 2 is a must-read for anyone interested in political philosophy, ethics, or social justice. Godwin's ideas are as relevant today as they were when the book was first published, and his insights will inspire readers to think critically about the world around them and consider how they can contribute to creating a more just and prosperous society.

Book Description:
It was Godwin, in his Enquiry concerning Political Justice , who was the first to formulate the political and economical conceptions of anarchism, even though he did not give that name to the ideas developed in his remarkable work. Laws, he wrote, are not a product of the wisdom of our ancestors: they are the product of their passions, their timidity, their jealousies and their ambition. The remedy they offer is worse than the evils they pretend to cure. - Summary by Peter Kropotkin