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* most clearly articulated the idea of "separation of powers" | * most clearly articulated the idea of "separation of powers" | ||
* studied the past to determine the best forms of government | * studied the past to determine the best forms of government | ||
** developed a theory of history as driven by conditions and not specific events (see quotation below) | |||
* works: | * works: | ||
** The Spirit of the Laws'' 1748 | ** The Spirit of the Laws'' 1748 | ||