Libertarianism Today (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313377549)

This engagingly written introduction examines modern libertarianism and its answers to today's most pressing issues--the economy, war, health care, and more.

As government grows by leaps and bounds, libertarianism is receiving more attention than ever. Written from a contemporary perspective by an attorney and law professor who is also an award-winning journalist, Libertarianism Today provides an engaging introduction to the movement's ideas and people, serving as a jumping-off point for readers who want to know more.

Beginning with the general libertarian principle that one person cannot initiate force against another, even if that person is part of the government, the book examines the implications of this principle for a wide range of contemporary issues: war, health care, personal liberties, economic policy, monetary policy, and intellectual property rights. It introduces the people behind the libertarian movement and explores the strategies--including education, activism, and litigation--libertarians are pursuing to advance their ideas. By laying out the current state of the movement, author J. H. Huebert shows how, even as it gets more mainstream-media exposure than ever, today's libertarian movement has only become more radically opposed to the Washington DC status quo.

Author: Jacob H. Huebert
ISBN-10: 0313377545
ISBN-13: 9780313377549
Publisher: Praeger
Language: English
Published: 07/01/2010
Pages: 264
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.10w x 1.10d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2010 pg. 179