The Acting Man

The Acting Man is a book by Ludwig von Mises that explores how human actions, choices, and intentions shape economic behavior and market outcomes. It emphasizes that individuals act purposefully based on their preferences and information, and these actions influence prices, production, and wealth. The book advocates for understanding economics through individual decision-making rather than abstract models, highlighting the importance of entrepreneurial judgment and the subjective nature of value. Overall, it provides a detailed analysis of how human agency drives economic processes within a free market system.