""Thoughts On The Nature Of Intellectual Property And Its Importance To The State"" is a book written by Nathaniel Southgate Shaler in 1877. The book is a philosophical exploration of the concept of intellectual property and its significance to the state. Shaler delves into the nature of intellectual property and its relation to other forms of property, such as physical property. He discusses the historical development of intellectual property laws and their impact on society. The book also explores the economic implications of intellectual property and its role in promoting innovation and creativity. Shaler argues that intellectual property is essential to the progress of society and the advancement of civilization. He concludes by advocating for the protection of intellectual property rights as a means of promoting the public good. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of intellectual property rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.