Classical Liberalism: A Primer - Paperback

by Eamonn Butler (Author)

Classical Liberalism is one of the most important political and social philosophies, one which promotes peaceful cooperation, individual freedom, and limited government. This set of ideas was crucial to bringing the modern world into existence. It fostered a political climate that allowed for an unprecedented increase in living standards over the last two centuries. In this easy-to-read primer, Eamonn Butler offers a concise overview of the classical liberal tradition, its core ideas, and the people whose ideas helped to shape the world we live in.