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When ignorance reigns in society and disorder in the minds of men, laws are multiplied, legislation is expected to do everything, and each fresh law being a fresh miscalculation, men are continually led to demand from it what can proceed only from themselves, from their own education and their own morality. It is no revolutionist who says this, nor even a reformer. It is the jurist, Balloy, author of the Collection of French law known as Repertoire de la Legislation. And yet, though these lines were written by a man who was him self a maker and admirer of law, they perfectly represent the abnormal condition of our society.
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- Publication date2018
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- ISBN 13 9781332724710
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a powerful critique of the nature and role of law in society. The author delves into the historical origins of law, tracing its evolution from ancient customs and traditions to the complex legal systems of modern nation-states. He argues that law, far from being a neutral force for justice, has been shaped by the interests of the powerful, serving to protect and perpetuate inequality and exploitation. The book explores the various categories of law, including those governing property, government, and personal conduct. The author exposes how laws designed to protect property often serve to legitimize the unjust appropriation of wealth. He argues that laws governing government exist primarily to maintain the administrative machinery that upholds the privileges of the ruling class. And he contends that laws concerning personal conduct are often used to suppress dissent and punish those who challenge the established order. The book challenges readers to question the very foundations of law and authority, arguing that law is ultimately a tool of oppression. It calls for a radical rethinking of society, where individual freedom and social solidarity are prioritized over the coercive power of the state. The author's insightful analysis of the history and function of law provides a compelling case for a society free from the shackles of legal systems and governmental control. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332724710_0
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