... of thought. From Godwin's individualist anarchism, collectivist, communist, mutualist, and anarcho-sydicalist versions have appeared creating a wide range of anarchist literature. But while there are numerous variations of anarchism, some common themes can be extrapolated. (Please note: The main themes which are common across all versions of anarchism will focused on in this essay. Therefore the different variations will not be addressed). The first theme in anarchism is the view of the individual. Its focus was derived from the enlightenment, which stressed that humans are rational and cooperative. The liberty of an individual can only be achieved when all forms of suppression and coercion are abolished, which leads to the next theme, the State and government. Anarchy is opposition to the rule by centralised authority. The States' rule is seen as the cause of conflict in society because of its adverse effects to compel everyone to conform. Finally when the ...

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