The Anatomy of the State by Murray N. Rothbard

The Anatomy of the State by Murray N. Rothbard

Although I consider myself a huge fan of Rothbard, a Facebook friend of mine recommended this particular essay (which I had not previously read) as essential to understanding the nature of the State. After reading it, I would have to agree... Rothbard excellently lays bare the predatory, parasitic quality of the State...
If you have not previously considered the question of the nature and legitimacy of the State, then this essay truly is a must read as a primer on that consideration...