Book Review: Why Liberty - Edited by Tom Parker - A Must Read Anthology on Liberty

This collection of essays provide a nice introduction into libertarian political philosophy. Written at a level that can be read and understood by the typical student or adult, the book eschews big words and intellectualism for practical and approachable big picture views of how libertarian policy works in theory and practice.

The anthology of essays, many written by students, cover elements as diverse as the history of the movement, healthcare, tax policy, free trade, slavery and minimal government. Some of the most persuasive arguments for the support of a minimalist state as well as positioning libertarianism as a centrist political position are well articulated in the book.

Short (less than 150 pages) and well edited by Tom Palmer, this is a must read for anyone looking to explore a libertarian worldview.