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Below you will find recommended books, including links
to libertarian "Reading Lists," ads for books sold by the
Advocates, and links to many books that you can read for free online in their entirety.
For a good, basic introduction to libertarianism, we recommend David
Bergland's Libertarianism in One Lesson, Mary Ruwart's Healing
Our World, and David Boaz's Libertarianism: A Primer.
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The 1984 Libertarian Party Presidential Candidate has written
what's known as "the best brief introduction to
libertarianism available."
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Healing Our
World
in an Age of Aggression
by Dr. Mary Ruwart
An outstanding, comprehensive examination of libertarian
principles and ideas. It is clearly and convincingly written, with
a special appeal to those who want to know if libertarianism is a
political philosophy of compassion and concern for others
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Libertarianism:
A Primer by David Boaz
Cato Executive Vice President David Boaz presents an excellent guidebook
to the libertarian perspective, detailing its roots, central tenets,
solutions to contemporary policy dilemmas, and future in American
politics. He confronts head-on the tough questions frequently posed to
libertarians: Must reading for understanding one of the most
exciting and hopeful movements of our time. Find
out more and purchase from Cato.
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Libertarian Books Online
These libertarian books are online in their entirety
-- yours free to browse and read! (Isn't the Web wonderful!)
Healing Our
World by Dr. Mary Ruwart
Here are clear, persuasive arguments for liberty,
backed with over 500 references showing how liberty works. Particular
emphasis is placed on the practicality and compassionate nature of a
libertarian society.
The Libertarian Reader, edited by Tibor R. Machan
This 1982 anthology offers representative examples
of the main philosophical approaches to the defense of a fully free --
i.e., libertarian -- society. If you're just curious about libertarianism,
this collection of in-depth scholarly
articles may be more dense and detailed than what you're looking for, but
it is an excellent resource
for college students, professors, and advanced readers.
Ain't
Nobody's Business If You Do by Peter McWilliams
A magnificent compilation of the absurdity and cruelty of
victimless crime laws throughout time. A real eye-opener!
The
Law by Frederic Bastiat
Quite simply, one of the most important and inspiring books ever written
about freedom. Written in 1850, It has truly withstood the test of time.
For A New Liberty: The Libertarian Manifesto by
Murray N. Rothbard.
Rothbard was one of the greatest libertarian
thinkers and writers of the 20th century -- indeed, of all time. In this
provocative, bold and inspiring book, first published in 1973, Rothbard
lays out his radical libertarian vision of a society in which all
worthwhile and legitimate functions now provided by the state are handled
by the private sector. Brilliantly written and argued -- agree or
disagree, Rothbard is guaranteed to make you think!
(Note: The Mises Institute
has numerous other books online in their entirety by Rothbard, Ludwig
von Mises, and other great champions of free markets and liberty. Though
not introductory material, they comprise a wonderful resource for the
serious student of the free society.)
Great
list of other Online Books from Jim Powell, Laissez Faire Books
Editor and author of the superb Triumph
of Liberty.
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Libertarian Suggested Reading Lists
In the following list, some prominent libertarians offer their picks
for the best books about libertarianism.
Reading
the Literature of Liberty by Roy Childs
The
Classics of Liberty from Laissez
Faire Books
A
Reader's Guide to Libertarian Theory by Julian Sanchez
Libertarian
Reading List from the Ontario Libertarian Party *
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As you can see, to say the least, there are plenty of books to read on
libertarianism! There are also plenty of libertarian organizations working
to bring about a free world. You can find an impressive list of these at
our Libertarian Links
page.
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