Commodity & Propriety: Competing Visions of Property in American Legal Thought

Name: Commodity & Propriety: Competing Visions of Property in American Legal Thought
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Book Synopsis: Most people understand property as something that is owned, a means of creating individual wealth. But in Commodity and Propriety, the first full-length history of the meaning of property, Gregory Alexander uncovers in American legal writing a competing vision of property that has existed alongside the traditional conception. Property, Alexander argues, has also been understood as proprietary, a mechanism for creating and maintaining a properly ordered society. This view of property has even operated in periods—such as the second half of the nineteenth century—when market forces seemed to dominate social and legal relationships. In demonstrating how the understanding of property as a private basis for the public good has competed with the better-known market-oriented conception, Alexander radically rewrites the history of property, with significant implications for current political debates and recent Supreme Court decisions.

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Unlock the untold history of property with Commodity & Propriety: Competing Visions of Property in American Legal Thought. This groundbreaking book by Gregory Alexander uncovers a fascinating, alternative view of property that has long been overshadowed. While most people associate property with individual wealth, Alexander reveals that property has also been recognized as a means of creating a properly ordered society. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Alexander challenges conventional notions and explores the complex relationship between property and the public good.

Discover the hidden history of property in America and gain a fresh perspective that will have a profound impact on your understanding of current political debates. Commodity & Propriety sheds light on periods when market forces seemed to dominate, yet behind the scenes, a different idea of property was quietly at work, striving to maintain social harmony. This thought-provoking book forces us to question our assumptions and challenges us to reevaluate the role of property in our society today.

If you're passionate about the law and fascinated by the intricacies of property rights, this is a must-read. Commodity & Propriety is not only an informative historical account but also a thought-provoking analysis equipped with significant implications for recent Supreme Court decisions. Order your copy now and embark on a journey that will reshape your understanding of property and its impact on the public good.

Click here to order Commodity & Propriety: Competing Visions of Property in American Legal Thought and delve into a groundbreaking exploration of property's dual nature, challenging traditional perspectives and offering profound insights for today's debates.

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