This book argues for the possibility and desirability of a legal order without a state. It builds upon the principle of non-aggression and a vision of voluntary cooperation to explain why states are illegitimate, dangerous, and unnecessary. The author proposes mechanisms for legitimate law enforcement in a stateless society and outlines the optimal substance of such law. Furthermore, it explores how a stateless legal order could cultivate a culture of freedom and situates this project within broader leftist, anticapitalist, and socialist traditions.

The book is presented as a rigorous defense of anarchism, focusing on the practicalities of a stateless legal system. It aims to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding how law and order could be maintained through voluntary cooperation rather than state coercion. The work engages with various political traditions, suggesting a potential appeal to those interested in alternative social and economic models.