How to Start a New Country

In 'The Art of Community,' Spencer Heath MacCallum defines community as an occupation by two or more persons of a place divided into private and common areas according to a system of relations. He discusses proprietary communities, where the relations of every member are formed directly with the proprietary authority. The book delves into the structure and continuity of such communities, highlighting their unique characteristics and management.

In this book, Robert Zubrin presents a detailed and pragmatic approach to sending humans to Mars and establishing a permanent human settlement. He advocates for a 'travel-light and live-off-the-land' strategy, utilizing Martian resources to generate air, water, and rocket fuel. The book covers various aspects of Martian exploration, including surface transportation, electrical power, navigation, and communication. Zubrin also discusses the long-term goal of terraforming Mars to make it habitable for humans. The book is based on his Mars Direct plan, which emphasizes the use of existing technologies and resources to make human missions to Mars feasible and cost-effective.

In 'Anarchy Unbound,' Peter T. Leeson uses rational choice theory to explore the benefits of self-governance. The book provides evidence from past and present cases where anarchy has functioned effectively, often in scenarios where it is least expected. Leeson argues that self-governance can outperform state-provided governance, especially when the costs of government exceed its benefits. He examines both 'easy-case' and 'hard-case' anarchy, demonstrating how private individuals can secure social cooperation without government through various mechanisms and institutions.