Title: A True Classical Liberal
Product review: Destutt de Tracy's Commentary and Review of Montesquieu's Spirit of the Laws is a unabashed essay for freedom, free markets, and republican government. Tracy completely refutes Montesquieu's theory that republican government must be small. He shows why republican government or "representative democracy" as he calls it is the only form of government that preserves liberty. Tracy is the true 19th century classical liberal.He believes in free trade and shows how trade is the lifeblood of liberty. He also refutes the ideals of the divine right of kings, absolute monarchy, and tyranny. He is an avid republican, and libertarian. He believes in the complete freedom of religion, press and person. This book was heartily endorsed by Thomas Jefferson, who translated it for the American audience.Although sometimes difficult due to 18th/19 th century syntax, it is overall a great book.
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