This four-volume collection contains the complete works of William Temple, one of the most important political and religious thinkers of the late 17th century. Covering a wide range of topics, from theology and philosophy to political theory and economics, Temple’s works continue to be of interest to a wide range of scholars and readers today. The collection also includes a detailed biography of the author, providing valuable insights into his life and times.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.