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“No legal plunder: This is the principle of justice, peace, order, stability, harmony, and logic. Until the day of my death, I shall proclaim this principle with all the force of my lungs (which alas! is all too inadequate).”

Quote by Frederic Bastiat

Book:The Law

Work

The Law

This book delves into the principles and theories of law, exploring the philosophical underpinnings of legal systems and their role in society. It is considered a cornerstone work in the field of legal philosophy. more

Author

Frederic Bastiat
Frederic Bastiat

French economist and a prominent figure in the classical liberal tradition. Born on June 30, 1801, and died on December 24, 1850. His writings had a profound impact on economics and political philosophy. more

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