Rose Wilder Lane
Rose Wilder Lane was an influential American writer and a prominent figure in the libertarian movement. Born to Laura Ingalls Wilder, she carved her own path in literature, becoming known for her compelling narratives and advocacy for individualism and freedom. Lane's most notable works include 'Let the Hurricane Roar' and 'The Discovery of Freedom,' where she explored themes of personal liberty and the role of government in society. Her writings not only reflected her beliefs but also contributed to the broader discourse on American values and individual rights. In addition to her literary contributions, Lane played a significant role in the development of libertarian thought alongside contemporaries like Ayn Rand and Isabel Paterson. Her essays and articles, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s, helped shape the ideology of the movement, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and free-market principles. Lane's legacy endures through her writings and her influence on future generations of libertarian thinkers, making her a key figure in the intersection of literature and political philosophy.
Famous Quotes
View all 3 quotes“Happiness is something that comes into our lives through doors we don't even remember leaving open.”
“Anyone who says that economic security is a human right, has been to much babied. While he babbles, other men are risking and losing their lives to protect him. They are fighting the sea, fighting the land, fighting disease and insects and weather and space and time, for him, while he chatters that all men have a right to security and that some pagan god—Society, The State, The Government, The Commune—must give it to them. Let the fighting men stop fighting this inhuman earth for one hour, and he will learn how much security there is.”
“No state, no government exists. What does in fact exist is a man, or a few men, in power over many men.”
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