Œuvres Complètes de Frédéric Bastiat, tome 1

This volume gathers the early writings of a 19th‑century French thinker whose pen sharpened the debates on liberty, trade and the role of the state. The editor has painstakingly assembled newspaper articles, pamphlets and personal letters, some never before published, and arranged them in a clear, annotated format that lets listeners follow the evolution of his ideas. The introductory notes explain how friends of the author preserved his legacy, ensuring that each fragment finds its place alongside the familiar essays.

Bastiat’s prose is witty yet rigorous, turning abstract economics into vivid arguments that still resonate today. Through lively correspondence and concise essays, he illustrates how protectionist policies hurt ordinary people and why free exchange fuels prosperity. Listeners will hear a mind that blends moral clarity with sharp satire, offering a fresh perspective on the foundations of modern economic thought.