The Constitution of Liberty

The Definitive Edition

By:

F.A. Hayek

Format:

Hardback

Series:

The Collected Works of 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.

Author Biography:

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

Release date Australia

October 6th, 2011

Author

F.A. Hayek

Audiences

General (US: Trade)
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Contributor

Edited by Ronald Hamowy

Pages

596

Series

The Collected Works of F.A. Hayek

Dimensions

152x229x33

ISBN-13

9780415035309

Product ID

1861965

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