Vices are not Crimes


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(4.5 stars; 27 reviews)

In Vices are not Crimes, Lysander Spooner presents a thought-provoking examination of the relationship between individual liberty and government authority. Written in 1875, this work challenges the conventional views of morality and legality, arguing that personal vices should not be criminalized by the state.

Spooner, a prominent figure in the individualist anarchist movement, delves into the implications of government intervention in the private lives of citizens. He advocates for a society where personal choices, even those deemed immoral, are free from legal repercussions, emphasizing the importance of personal autonomy and responsibility.

This insightful treatise not only critiques the role of government but also invites listeners to reflect on the nature of justice and the limits of state power. Spooner's arguments remain relevant today, making this a significant work for anyone interested in political philosophy, economics, and the ongoing discourse on personal freedom.

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(5 stars)

The title says it all, but the book itself is very much worth one's time. Excellent reading. Thank-you!

Acted upon,could end the tyranny currently reigning in the U.S.


(5 stars)

this man is one of my all-time favorite philosophers and writers. If the knowledge and wisdom imparted by him were acted upon in the united states, we could get rid of the corrupt tyrannical federal government that currently runs this country and execute all of them for High Treason, which is what they perpetuate and get away with on a daily basis. I hope to all that is good that one day the American people use this information to destroy the evil Beast that has become the greedy, corrupt, self-serving Ruling Class in America.

interesting


(4 stars)

good reading, fair recording. interesting content from the author.