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"Socialism, like the ancient ideas from which it springs, confuses the distinction between government and society. As a result of this, every time we object to a thing being done by government, the socialists conclude that we object to its being done at all. We disapprove of state education. Then the socialists say that we are opposed to any education. We object to a state religion. Then the socialists say that we want no religion at all. We object to a state-enforced equality. Then they say that we are against equality. And so on, and so on. It is as if the socialists were to accuse us of not wanting persons to eat because we do not want the state to raise grain." - Frédéric Bastiat
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Bastiat painfully and deliberately applies a smashing blow to the Socialists - 'the ones that want to legalize plunder'. Applying the principles of Life, Liberty and Law he makes a compelling case for a libertarian society and a free-market economy. Any aspiring Libertarian needs to read this!
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Timeless and illuminating, but sometimes little bit hard to read
6 Nov 2010
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After reading all the comments on the content of this book with such a dominance of five stars, my expectation was maybe too high. This high expectation was probably the cause for not being stunned after reading this book and not giving it unconditional glory and perfect score. However, for anyone dealing with politics, economics and law this is a must read. A must read not for one time, but rather maybe once a year just to keep the idea of liberty and nature of governance fresh and accurate. The need for reread is caused also by the the writing style and the pure content of the book. Writing style is obviously little bit archaic and can be sometimes burdensome. Numerous quotations of influential philosophers of our past which carry from time to time more serious philosophical traits, will also push you to reread some lines for better understanding and deeper reflection. In my opinion the end of the book and final conclusion is the most impressive part and it's strongest point. In less than a one page story of a newborn child and it's future capacities, author succeeds to encircle very descriptively central idea of entire book, which is the idea of human liberty and how it should be treated. Timeless and illuminating, but as I said, in some parts little bit flat and hard to read.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Helpful understanding of what law is at it's core
31 Oct 2011
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Frederic Bastiat's "the law" is an excellent book for the case for limited government. If you want a book that is persuasive that you can give to friends I recommend this one, it's short and clear and explains why it is immoral for the government to use the law for anything except to protect life, liberty and property.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
A classic that will reshape your thinking about government
4 Oct 2010
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This book by Bastiat, although an old book, is SO relevant today. Is asks important questions about the role and nature of government, especially tax funded programs. It's a must read for any homeschool highschool student, law student or concerned citizen. It may very well influence who you vote for during election time!
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