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Equitable Commerce: a New Development of Principles, as Substitutes for Laws and Governments ...: Proposed as Elements of New Society

This book delves into the concept of equitable commerce, presenting it as a comprehensive system of principles that could serve as a substitute for laws and governments. It proposes these principles as foundational elements for a new type of society, aiming to address the limitations of existing legal and political structures. more

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Josiah Warren
Josiah Warren

Josiah Warren was an American author and social reformer born in 1798 and died on April 14, 1874. He was an early advocate for anarchism and the free market, known for his unique insights into individual freedom and property rights. more

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