August 26, 2024SÖYLEM Filoloji DergisiOpen Access

A Lockean Analysis of the Problem of Sovereignty and Legitimacy in Shakespeare’s King John

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Analysis explores parallels of authority and legitimacy in King John and Locke’s theories, indicating broader implications for political thought.

Examines the representation of sovereignty and legitimacy, drawing parallels between King John and Locke's political theory.
Locke's ideas of consent and property rights inform the critique of King John's dubious claim to the throne.
Analysis utilizes literary examination, highlighting the intersection of Shakespeare’s narrative and Locke’s philosophical principles of resistance and authority in governance. “Establishes a correlation between King John and Locke’s work, emphasizing the significance of political authority during the Enlightenment.”],

Mehmet Akif Balkaya (2024) studied this question.

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Analysis explores parallels of authority and legitimacy in King John and Locke’s theories, indicating broader implications for political thought.