Synopsis "The Anatomy of Liberty: The Rights of Man Without Force"
The Anatomy of Liberty: The Rights of Man Without Force by William Orville Douglas is a book that explores the concept of liberty and the rights of individuals in a society. The author argues that true liberty can only exist when individuals are free from coercion and force, and that the government's role should be to protect these individual rights.The book is divided into two parts. The first part delves into the history of liberty and how it has been understood and defined throughout the ages. Douglas examines the works of philosophers such as John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as the American founding fathers, to explore the foundations of liberty and its relationship to democracy.In the second part of the book, Douglas discusses the practical application of liberty in modern society. He argues that the government has a responsibility to protect individual rights, including freedom of speech, religion, and association, as well as the right to privacy and due process. He also examines the role of the judiciary in protecting these rights and the dangers of government overreach.Overall, The Anatomy of Liberty is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of liberty and its importance in modern society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in political philosophy, civil liberties, and the role of government in protecting individual rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
