Discover the moral and practical benefits of free-market economics with this classic treatise by Leonard Read. Arguing that free markets promote peace, prosperity, and human flourishing, Read presents a compelling case for economic liberty and individual responsibility. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the principles of economics and their impact on society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.