Human Action
Human Action
Ludwig Von Mises
Charles Koch
[One of four books] where I learned how the world works. - Charles Koch
Rand Paul
On Rand Paul's website's "reading suggestions for students" section.
Mark Spitznagel
A monumental economics treatise from 1949. - Mark Spitznagel
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Human Action

Human Action: A Treatise on Economics

Ludwig Von Mises
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Ludwig Von Mises
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At the heart of "Human Action: A Treatise on Economics" lies a profound understanding of how individual decisions shape the vast and complex tapestry of market phenomena. Ludwig von Mises, with unparalleled clarity, illuminates the mechanics of the marketplace not as a mere aggregation of data and goods but as a vibrant stage for human behavior, preferences, and aspirations. Through the lens of praxeology—the science of human action—Mises unravels the intricate web of supply and demand, prices, and production patterns, asserting that these are not dictated by impersonal forces or governmental edicts but are the direct outcome of countless choices made by individuals acting on their subjective valuations and desires. This seminal work challenges the reader to reconsider economics as a study deeply rooted in the nuances of human behavior, a refreshing perspective that elevates the discourse beyond dry statistics and theoretical abstraction. Mises' treatise is not only an exploration of economic theory but also a spirited defense of liberalism and the free market as engines of unprecedented technological progress and social cooperation. His critique of government intervention and regulation is both timeless and prescient, warning of the dangers inherent in attempts to equalize outcomes or control economic life. "Human Action" stands as a monument to the belief in the power of individual freedom, reason, and initiative to foster a prosperous and civilized society. In its pages, Mises articulates a compelling vision of economics as a dynamic interplay of human ambition and creativity, a vision that continues to inspire and provoke debate among scholars, policymakers, and readers seeking to understand the complex realities of the economic world.

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Released
1940
1 Jan
Length
924
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On Rand Paul's website's "reading suggestions for students" section.
A monumental economics treatise from 1949. - Mark Spitznagel
[One of four books] where I learned how the world works. - Charles Koch
Socialism is an alternative to capitalism as potassium cyanide is an alternative to water.
— Ludwig Von Mises, Human Action

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