Author: Jean Bodin
Alternate names: Juan Bodin; Juan Bodino
Born: c. 1530
Died: 1596
Bio: Jean Bodin (c. 1530 – 1596) was a French jurist and political philosopher, member of the Parlement of Paris and professor of law in Toulouse. He is known for his theory of sovereignty. He was also an influential writer on demonology.


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