Hobbes the Critic of Empire? Hobbes on Cannibalism in the “New World”

• In Event: Early Modern Political Theory

Brief Overview

This paper explores Hobbes' stance that international law is not binding, referencing "New World" cannibalism. I examine his critique of the law of nations and European intervention justifications, grounded in theological debates of his era.

Author

• Joorahm Kim, University of Wisconsin-Madison