Tag: books
The Literature of Liberty
September 6, 2024 | Post
5 Powerful Book Reviews to Help You Choose Your Next Read I’ve challenged myself. It’s a challenge that will probably take at least five years to complete, but it’ll be worth it. I’m going to read at least one book from an author from every country in the world. The aim of such a challenge, […]
Anthem: a gateway to the genius of Ayn Rand
March 14, 2024 | Post
Today, 86 years on from its original publication, Anthem stands firm as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the eternal flame of individualism.
Five books to understand Objectivism
September 18, 2023 | Post
Whether you’re stepping into Rand’s world for the first time or revisiting these classics with fresh eyes, these books are your passport to exploring Objectivism and its profound implications for individual liberty, reason, and the pursuit of happiness.
Five books to understand classical liberalism
July 6, 2023 | Post
Ready to dive into the captivating world of classical liberal literature but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re new to the world of classical liberalism or seeking to expand your knowledge, these five books are key to unlocking a deeper appreciation of its core tenets.
Review: ‘How the Force Can Fix the World,’ by Stephen Kent
January 10, 2023 | Post
In “How the Force Can Fix the World”, Stephen Kent explores how Star Wars themes can be applied to our current political and cultural landscape. A thought-provoking and compelling read for fans of Star Wars and for those looking for a new perspective on real-world issues.
13 books every well-rounded libertarian should read
December 30, 2022 | Post
There are books that every libertarian should read and books every libertarian has read, but those circles don’t perfectly overlap. Here are 13 diverse book recommendations for well-rounded thinkers…
Socialism: the failed idea that never dies
November 21, 2022 | Post
Why have socialist ideas become so attractive again, despite the fact that all socialist experiments, without exception, have failed over the past 100 years? The 2019 book by Dr. Kristian Niemietz, ‘Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies,’ provides convincing answers.
Atlas Shrugged: a masterpiece with a lasting impact
October 10, 2021 | Post
Since its publication in 1957, Ayn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged continues to have a lasting impact and remains a cornerstone of pro-liberty literature
3 women who inspired the modern libertarian movement
March 12, 2017 | Post
Rose Wilder Lane, Isabel Paterson, and Ayn Rand together comprise the “founding mothers” of modern libertarianism.
In celebration of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
March 10, 2017 | Post
She was literally born out of the Liberty Movement.
When Nazis were Nazis: Katharine Burdekin’s Swastika Night
February 10, 2017 | Post
Swastika Night is one of the first works of fiction to address the question, “What if the Nazis won the war?”
Lunar prisoners fight for freedom in Robert A. Heinlein’s The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress
February 1, 2017 | Post
My message to you today is simple: don’t miss this book. There is a lot to be learned about liberty here.
13 books every well-rounded libertarian should read
December 27, 2016 | Post
There are books that every libertarian should read and books every libertarian has read, but those circles don’t perfectly overlap. Here are 13 diverse book recommendations for well-rounded thinkers.
One Novel’s Perfect Analogy Shows Exactly What Happens When We Try to Censor Human Thought
June 18, 2016 | Post
Today in this country, we pretty much take it for granted that we’re free to worship any god we want…or no god at all. But as you’re probably aware, that is a relatively new concept in human history. And in many parts of the world, this freedom still does not exist. What you might not […]
Don Quixote is First Anti Race-Based Slavery Novel
June 11, 2016 | Post
For almost as long as slavery has existed, there have been books opposing it. Perhaps the first was The Golden Ass, written in the Second Century A.D., whose plot follows a man turned into an ass, who can only turn back into a human when he empathizes with the plight of slaves. Then there is the great […]
The Dark, Dystopian Novel That Should Be at the Top of Your 2016 Reading List
June 8, 2016 | Post
On April 25, 2016, organizers of MidAmericon II/The 74th World Science Fiction Convention announced the finalists for this year’s Hugo Awards, one of the most prestigious accolades in the global science fiction community.Also announced were the finalists for the 1941 Retro Hugo Awards which will honor works that should have been recognized in 1941 but […]
The Red Rising Trilogy, A Review
February 29, 2016 | Post
The Red Rising trilogy is a “must read” for those who follow young adult dystopias, dystopian fiction in general, and contemporary science fiction, as well as those interested in “big idea” fiction about individualism and liberty. Red Rising owes a debt to many science fiction works that came before it, from Frank Herbert’s Dune and […]
Quote of the Day: David Friedman on the Infantile State
January 19, 2016 | Post
This quote comes from David Friedman’s book, “The Machinery of Freedom,” in which he makes the case for private markets in law enforcement, courts, and other conduct typically defined as the exclusive realm of the state.
Free Books on Free Markets
December 4, 2015 | Post
Looking to learn more about Austrian economics, libertarianism, or classical liberal thought? The Mises Institute (named for famed Austrian economist Ludwig von Mises, author of Human Action) offers a huge online library of books, journal articles, and other writings on a range of topics related to Austrian economics and classical liberalism. Here are just a […]