Where Do I Begin? (so many books to read!)

[sevin]

I like to read, and I'm trying to decide what book to read next. I was looking through the suggested reading list in the back of Ron Paul's The Revolution, but like he says some or more suited to the beginner than others. I still think of myself as a beginner, as I've only really gotten interested in Ron Paul and Ludwig von Mises over the past couple years, and the number of books ahead of me is staggering. I'm interested in all the ones over at mises.org, too, but wow. There's a LOT to read.

To those who have done a lot of reading, can you make any suggestions as to which books to start with in each area (politics, economics, freedom, history, etc.)?

[RCA]

http://i417.photobucket.com/albums/pp256/gotliberty/51TCZDP04NL_SS500_.jpg

[RCA]

Also, welcome to the forums!

[Xenophage]

I like to read, and I'm trying to decide what book to read next. I was looking through the suggested reading list in the back of Ron Paul's The Revolution, but like he says some or more suited to the beginner than others. I still think of myself as a beginner, as I've only really gotten interested in Ron Paul and Ludwig von Mises over the past couple years, and the number of books ahead of me is staggering. I'm interested in all the ones over at mises.org, too, but wow. There's a LOT to read.

To those who have done a lot of reading, can you make any suggestions as to which books to start with in each area (politics, economics, freedom, history, etc.)?

Of all the books you ever read, the most essential one is Atlas Shrugged.

[NightOwl]

Why not go along with the advice at the Campaign for Liberty's education page (http://www.campaignforliberty.com/education.php)?

[sevin]

Of all the books you ever read, the most essential one is Atlas Shrugged.

Oh, I've read that one a few times. Probably my favorite book ever. :D

[georgiaboy]

Probably depends on your particular interests, but "The Creature from Jekyll Island" started me on the road, and it is incredible. As an expose of the Federal Reserve system (which Ron Paul says is the real culprit behind our financial mess today), it's basically economic in nature, but it gives a great foundation on the history of money and banking brings you right up to present day. Given the economic troubles the country and the world are experiencing right now, might be a good place to start from a relevancy standpoint also.

[georgiaboy]

...that is, of course, if you haven't read Ron Paul's "The Revolution - A Manifesto". If you haven't already, definitely should be your first read.

[chonald]

"Economics in One Lesson" by Henry Hazlitt.

It's a great book that explains economic fallacies. A very good introduction to economics.

[sevin]

Thank you for your input. I have read The Revolution: A Manifesto. So far, I think I'll make Economics in One Lesson and The Creature from Jekyll Island my top priorities, as I've heard these mentioned a lot on this forum. I've never heard of Harry Browne, but I'll look into that, too.

[Andrew-Austin]

http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=79751

This list will probably keep you for a good long while.

[Truth Warrior]

"Why Government Doesn't Work", by the late Harry Browne just might be a good continuation. ;)

[RCA]

This one is even longer:

http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?t=129762

[itsthepathocrats]

nm

[Printo]

Any of the books on economics/monetary policy. I think economics is an area we can win in for the future. Fiscal conservatism & free market capitalism works. We have to educate ourselves in order to educate others on what must be done to restore free markets.

[powerofreason]

Read http://www.mises.org/store/Assets/ProductImages/B592.jpg

[fletcher]

LewRockwell.com Podcast #7 - Five Books for Freedom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpSXzbcxzGc

1. The Revolution: A Manifesto - Ron Paul
2. What Has Government Done To Our Money - Murray Rothbard (short)
3. The Law - Frederick Bastiat (very short)
4. Economics In One Lesson - Henry Hazlitt
5. For A New Liberty - Murray Rothbard

[Brian in Maryland]

I second or third the motion.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51zQK5HA0eL._SL500_AA240_.jpg
I have been strongly recommending it to everyone lately. I have had it for at least 10 years. There is no going back after reading it.

[Andrew-Austin]

I second or third the motion.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51zQK5HA0eL._SL500_AA240_.jpg
I have been strongly recommending it to everyone lately. I have had it for at least 10 years. There is no going back after reading it.

I've never actually read it, but have heard Mr. Griffin give speechs/summaries of it. :o

[OferNave]

I would recommend reading Stefan Molyneux's books:

http://freedomainradio.com/free/

I've almost finished the first one (On Truth), and it's mind-blowing.