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“Reason's biological function is to preserve and promote life and to postpone its extinction as long as possible. Thinking and acting are not contrary to nature; they are, rather, the foremost features of man's nature. The most appropriate description of man as differentiated from nonhuman beings is: a being purposively struggling against the forces adverse to his life.”

Quote by Ludwig von Mises

Book:Human action: a treatise on economics
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Human action: a treatise on economics

This seminal work delves into the theoretical underpinnings of economics, focusing on the actions and decisions of individuals within a market economy. It is widely regarded as a foundational text in the field of economics, particularly within the Austrian School of thought. more

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Ludwig von Mises
Ludwig von Mises

Ludwig von Mises was a prominent economist, philosopher, and social theorist born on September 29, 1881, in Austria, and passed away on October 10, 1973. He is considered one of the most influential economists of the 20th century and a leading advocate for free-market economics. more

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