Published in 1977, this book launched a national debate on the proper role of American courts that continues to the... Læs mere
Offers an outline of the tradition behind the 'higher law' of the United States and places in historical context the political philosophy underlying... Læs mere
The first part of this book covers the period from the 5th to the 11th century and such topics as the "true" principles of representative... Læs mere
Presents a history of law as a history of the progress of humankind from savage to civil society.
A collection of essays that links the Austrian School to the modern rebirth of classical liberal thought.
Explores the origins of key aspects of English common law and society and with them the development of individual rights as these... Læs mere
Contains essays and short pieces that shed light on Buchanan's view of the world. The material in this book is grouped into these categories: autobiographical and personal... Læs mere
This examination of John Randolph of Roanoke is an essay in both political theory and American history. Included in this edition is a recently discovered first-hand account of Randolph's death in Philadelphia. Russell Kirk is the author of "The Conservative Mind".
Presents James Fitzjames Stephen's position on such contemporary questions as - property rights versus government redistribution of wealth, equality under the law versus... Læs mere