Complete Works

Enriched edition. The Unconstitutionality of Slavery, No Treason: The Constitution of No Authority, Natural Law…By Lysander Spooner
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Lysander Spooner's 'Complete Works' is a seminal collection of essays, legal arguments, and political treatises that showcase the author's bold and incisive writing style. With a focus on natural law and individual liberty, Spooner challenges conventional political theory and government practices, making a strong case for limited government and individual sovereignty. His clear and persuasive arguments make this collection a must-read for anyone interested in political philosophy and libertarian thought. Spooner's work is both intellectually stimulating and historically significant, as he was a prominent figure in the 19th century American abolitionist movement and a staunch advocate for individual rights. His writings are characterized by their logical rigor and passion for justice, making 'Complete Works' a timeless contribution to the field of political theory. I highly recommend this book to readers seeking thought-provoking insights on freedom, governance, and the rights of individuals in society. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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GenrePolitics and Government
Length88 hrs 50 mins
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Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Complete Works
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5Political Works
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6No Treason, No. I
7No Treason. No II - The Constitution
8No Treason. No VI - The Constitution of No Authority
9Vices are Not Crimes: A Vindication of Moral Liberty
10No. 1. Revolution: The Only Remedy for the Oppressed Classes of Ireland, England, and Other Parts of the British Empire
11Natural Law; or the Science of Justice
12A Letter to Thomas F. Bayard: Challenging his Right
13A Letter to Grover Cleveland, on his False Inaugural Address, the Usurpations and Crimes of Lawmakers and Judges, and the Consequent Poverty, Ignorance, and Servitude of the People (pt. 1)
14A Letter to Grover Cleveland, on his False Inaugural Address, the Usurpations and Crimes of Lawmakers and Judges, and the Consequent Poverty, Ignorance, and Servitude of the People (pt. 2)
15A Letter to Grover Cleveland, on his False Inaugural Address, the Usurpations and Crimes of Lawmakers and Judges, and the Consequent Poverty, Ignorance, and Servitude of the People (pt. 3)
16Writings on Economics
17Poverty: Its Illegal Causes and Legal Cure
18Chapter I. Illegal Causes of Poverty.
19Chapter II. Economical Propositions.
20Chapter III. Economical Results from the Preceding Propositions
21Chapter V. The Legal Nature of Debt.
22Chapter VI. The Legal Nature of Debt.—(Continued.)
23A New System of Paper Currency
24Our Mechanical Industry as Affected by our Present Currency System
25Considerations for Bankers, and Holders of United States Bonds (pt. 1)
26Considerations for Bankers, and Holders of United States Bonds (pt. 2)
27A New Banking System: The Needful Capital for Rebuilding the Burnt District
28Our Financiers: Their Ignorance, Usurpations, and Frauds
29The Law of Prices: A Demonstration of the Necessity for an Indefinite Increase of Money
30Gold and Silver as Standards of Value: The Flagrant Cheat in Regard to Them
31Universal Wealth Shown to be Easily Attainable
32Law & Constitution
33“To the Members of the Legislature of Massachusetts.” Worcester Republican
34Supreme Court of United States, January Term, 1839. Spooner vs. M'Connell, et al. (pt. 1)
35Supreme Court of United States, January Term, 1839. Spooner vs. M'Connell, et al. (pt. 2)
36Constitutional Law Relative to Credit, Currency, and Banking
37The Unconstitutionality of the Laws of Congress, Prohibiting Private Mails
38Who Caused the Reduction of Postage? Ought he to be Paid?
39Illegality of the Trial of John W. Webster
40An Essay on the Trial by Jury (pt. 1)
41An Essay on the Trial by Jury (pt. 2)
42Chapter V. Objections Answered.
43Chapter VII. Illegal Judges.
44Chapter IX. The Criminal Intent.
45Chapter XI. Authority of Magna Carta. (pt. 1)
46Chapter XI. Authority of Magna Carta. (pt. 2)
47The Law of Intellectual Property; or An Essay on the Right of Authors and Inventors to a Perpetual Property in their Ideas
48Part I
49Chapter II. Objections Answered. (pt. 1)
50Chapter II. Objections Answered. (pt. 2)

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