Taking a Stand: Reflections on Life, Liberty, and the Economy
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| Rating | : | 4.52 (537 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1598132040 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-11-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In his academic work, Robert Higgs has dissected the government’s shrewd secret excesses that lead to the Welfare State, the Warfare State, and the Administrative State. For several decades he has unstintingly chronicled the federal, state, and local governments’ malfeasance in these many areas of life that all levels of government have intruded upon without Constitutional mandate. In this book, however, are essays that show a whimsical, introspective, and personal side of this world renowned
Five Stars Beautiful literature. "Excellent book" according to Ben. I am only a few chapters into the book, but Higgs does a great job of clearly and persuasively making the case for liberty while pointing out the flaws of state expansion. While I have to admit that I already believed what he is saying, it is nonetheless an invigorating read for anyone, libertarian or ot. Charles G. Mojkowski said Insightful. Bold and confident in his presentation, supported by deep thinking about the most fundamental aspects of our society, economy, and government.
Often funny, and usually subversive of the conventional wisdom, this book spans a short period (2009-14) in Bob’s marvelously productive life. Chapters range from serious engagements with economic affairs to heartfelt eulogies—Bob’s ‘goodbye’ to Manuel Ayau cannot be read without tearing up—to parodies of the rock song ‘American Pie’ and the poem ‘The Raven.’ It is hard to convey the depth and value of this timely yet timeless book. But if Francis Bacon could be crossed with P.J. Munger, professor of political science, economics and public policy; director, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Program, Duke University. But his list is much too short, for we are all his students. O’Rourke, that would come close.” —Michael C. "Robert Higgs begins Taking a Stand by thanking his students