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The Constitution of Liberty
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The Constitution of Liberty Paperback - 1976

by F. a. Hayek


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Originally published in 1960, The Constitution of Liberty delineates and defends the principles of a free society and traces the origin, rise, and decline of the rule of law. Casting a skeptical eye on the growth of the welfare state, Hayek examines the challenges to freedom posed by an ever expanding government as well as its corrosive effect on the creation, preservation, and utilization of knowledge.

In distinction to those who confidently call for the state to play a greater role in society, Hayek puts forward a nuanced argument for prudence. Guided by this quality, he elegantly demonstrates that a free market system in a democratic polity-under the rule of law and with strong constitutional protections of individual rights-represents the best chance for the continuing existence of liberty.

Striking a balance between skepticism and hope, Hayek's profound insights remain strikingly vital half a century on. This definitive edition of The Constitution of Liberty will give a new generation the opportunity to learn from Hayek's enduring wisdom.

First line

1. We are concerned in this book with that condition of men in which coercion of some by others is reduced as much as is possible in society.

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  • Title The Constitution of Liberty
  • Author F. a. Hayek
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition New edition
  • Pages 584
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Routledge, London
  • Date September 30, 1976
  • ISBN 9780415051583 / 0415051584
  • Weight 1.78 lbs (0.81 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.21 x 6.14 x 1.18 in (23.39 x 15.60 x 3.00 cm)
  • Dewey Decimal Code 320.011

About the author

Ronald Hamowy is Professor of History Emeritus at the University of Alberta, Canada, and affiliate Professor of Economics at George Mason University, USA.

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