This is a study of a Swiss jurist whose thought is demonstrably a primary source of the theory expressed in the Declaration of Independence that happiness is a natural right of man and that helping man to attain this natural right is the chief end of the state. His principles of constitutional government are much like those of the American system. Originally published in 1937. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.