Diving into the history of literature can be a journey that provides a lot of surprises and interesting discoveries. When I first tumbled upon Max Stirner years ago to me it was a shock! The power of his language, the deep dives into his soul and his fight for liberty made clear why Friedrich Nietzsche, without admitting it, was inspired heavily by this author. I highly recommend Stirner's ''The Unique and its property'' and I can promise those who don't know about him a unique discovery... greets. T

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"The Unique and Its Property" (originally "Der Einzige und sein Eigentum") is a philosophical work by Max Stirner, first published in 1844. Central to the book is the concept of the individual's absolute autonomy and the critique of all institutions, ideologies, and systems that seek to impose limitations on individual freedom.

Stirner argues that most social constructs, such as religion, state, and society, limit the individual by imposing fixed ideas or "spooks" (German: "Spuk"). These "spooks" are mere illusions that people become enslaved to, sacrificing their own desires and autonomy for these abstract concepts.

From a libertarian perspective, Stirner's emphasis on individual autonomy resonates strongly with the idea of personal freedom and resistance against external impositions. While he does not promote a particular political or economic system, his skepticism towards all forms of authority and collectivism can be seen as an argument for minimal government interference and individualist anarchism.

However, it's important to note that Stirner's egoism goes beyond just political libertarianism. He asserts that individuals should act based solely on their own interests and desires, without regard for morality, social conventions, or any external authorities.

In essence, "The Unique and Its Property" is a radical call for individuals to recognize and embrace their own uniqueness and autonomy, challenging the very foundations of established norms and institutions.