Bastiat's The Law is the classic work which defines the right and just system of laws for a free people, and demonstrates how such laws facilitate a free society.

Frederic Bastiat (1801-1850) was a keen observer of political and economic problems and a passionate proponent of liberal economic theory. This book collects nineteen of Bastiat's articles, ranging from the theory of value and rent, public choice and collective action, government intervention and regulation, the balance of trade, education, and trade unions to price controls, capital and growth, and taxation. Throughout his articles, Bastiat demonstrates how the combination of careful logic, consistency of principle, and clarity of exposition is the instrument for solving most economic and social problems. In his famous essay "The Law" Bastiat explains that the law, far from being what it ought to be, "namely the instrument that enabled the state to protect individuals' rights and property", had become the means for what he termed "spoliation" (or plunder). From the article "The State" written at the height of the 1848 Revolution in June, comes perhaps his best-remembered quotation: "The state is the great fiction by which everyone endeavours to live at the expense of everyone else". In this volume readers will find extensive introductory material, including notes on the translation and on the editions of the uvres completes, a chronology of Bastiat's life and works, two maps of France showing the cities associated with Bastiat, annotations to the articles, and a bibliography. A special section provides charming, little-known anecdotes about Bastiat and his contemporaries, including his editor Prosper Paillottet, who became Bastiat's firm friend and eventually his executor. This section also includes discussions of key concepts such as individualism, laissez-faire, industry, plunder, and the right to work. Three glossaries explain persons, places, and subjects and terms.

Discover the timeless manifesto that ignited a revolution in economic thought. Frederic Bastiat masterfully argues for the preservation of individual liberty and the limitation of government intervention. With piercing clarity, he exposes the inherent dangers of using law as a tool for plunder and coercion, urging readers to champion the principles of justice, freedom, and the rule of law. Bastiat's significance in the realm of economics lies in his unparalleled ability to distill complex economic concepts into clear, accessible prose. A seminal work that remains as relevant today as it was in Bastiat's time, The Law is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of a just society and the perils of unchecked government power.

"The Law" by Frédéric Bastiat is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the fundamental principles and intricacies of the law. Bastiat's work takes readers on a journey into the philosophical and ethical underpinnings of legal systems, shedding light on how laws impact societies and individuals. With clarity and precision, he delves into the role of the law in maintaining order, protecting individual rights, and the potential pitfalls of overreaching legislation. Bastiat's work continues to be relevant and influential, offering readers a timeless perspective on the principles that underlie the concept of justice and the law's crucial role in shaping civilizations. Whether you're a student of political philosophy, law, or simply interested in the foundations of a just society, "The Law" provides valuable insights and remains a significant work in the realm of legal and political literature.

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