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[Series Preface and Publication Details]: Introductory pages for the 'Classics of National Economy' series, including the editorial board and the mission to reprint significant economic texts. It lists the contributors to the commentary volume for Ludwig von Mises' 'Nationalökonomie' and provides publication and copyright information for the 2002 edition. [Introduction: Ludwig von Mises' 'Nationalökonomie' in Context]: Karl-Dieter Grüske provides an introduction to Mises' 1940 work 'Nationalökonomie', positioning it as the culmination of his life's work and a bridge between his earlier critique of socialism and his later American masterpiece 'Human Action'. The essay discusses the work's focus on praxeology (the science of human action), its rejection of mathematical modeling and static equilibrium in favor of axiomatic-deductive logic, and the historical reasons for its delayed recognition due to WWII. It also outlines the contributions of Boettke, Leube, and Colombatto to the commentary volume. [Bibliography and Epigrams on Ludwig von Mises]: A comprehensive bibliography of works cited in the introduction followed by a collection of epigrams and testimonials regarding Ludwig von Mises' personality, career, and intellectual legacy. It includes perspectives from notable figures like Hayek, Rothbard, Kirzner, and even a critical review by Keynes, highlighting Mises' uncompromising dedication to logic and the market economy. [Reflections on Mises' Method and Selected Excerpts]: A collection of short essays and excerpts from Mises' own works (including 'The Theory of Money and Credit', 'Socialism', and 'Liberalism') focusing on his methodology and core theories. Key themes include the sovereignty of the consumer, the critique of interventionism and socialism, the a priori nature of economic laws, and the role of the entrepreneur in the market process. [The Place of Mises' 'Nationalökonomie' in Modern Political Economy]: Peter J. Boettke analyzes the historical and theoretical significance of 'Nationalökonomie' and its English counterpart 'Human Action'. He argues that Mises' work was not a relic of the past but the start of a revolutionary research program that influenced the rational choice revolution and the rebirth of classical political economy. The essay compares Mises with Max Weber and F.A. Hayek, emphasizing the importance of the market process, entrepreneurial discovery, and the coordination of plans under conditions of radical uncertainty. [On Mises' Praxeology]: Kurt R. Leube explores the foundations of Mises' praxeology, tracing its roots from Friedrich von Wieser and Carl Menger. He details a three-stage causal-genetic analysis: 1) the nature of individual action (purposeful, rational, teleological); 2) the transition to social action through direct exchange and the 'Ricardian Law of Socialization'; and 3) the development of indirect exchange and monetary calculation. Leube emphasizes that for Mises, money is not a 'veil' but a bridge across uncertainty, enabling complex social cooperation. [A Praxeological View of Institutional Reforms in Post-Soviet Times]: Enrico Colombatto applies Mises' praxeological principles to the collapse of the Soviet Union and the subsequent transition in Eastern Europe. He critiques modern technocratic modeling and argues that the Soviet collapse was primarily a political 'accident' triggered by Gorbachev's reforms rather than a spontaneous move toward free markets. The essay examines the roles of the Catholic Church in Poland, the persistence of the 'collectivist heritage', and the rise of nationalism and paternalism. Colombatto concludes that the transition failed to establish true market economies because the underlying praxeological preferences of the population remained rooted in paternalistic security rather than individual responsibility. [Ludwig von Mises: Curriculum Vitae (1881–1973)]: A biographical timeline of Ludwig von Mises' life, covering his education in Vienna under Menger and Böhm-Bawerk, his work at the Chamber of Commerce, his emigration to Geneva and later New York, and his long academic career as a guest professor at NYU. It highlights his major publications and his role in training multiple generations of Austrian School economists. [Bibliography of Ludwig von Mises: Books and Essays]: A comprehensive list of Ludwig von Mises' published works, divided into books and essays. It includes major titles such as 'The Theory of Money and Credit', 'Socialism', 'Liberalism', and 'Human Action', providing publication details for original German editions and subsequent English translations. [Selected Secondary Literature on Ludwig von Mises]: An extensive bibliography of secondary literature regarding Ludwig von Mises and the Austrian School of Economics. It features works by prominent scholars such as Hayek, Kirzner, Rothbard, and Machlup, covering topics like economic calculation, subjectivism, and Mises' biographical history. [Chronological Genealogy of Economic Thought]: A detailed chronological table (Zeittafel) mapping the genealogy of economics from 1723 to 1992. It situates Ludwig von Mises among historical predecessors like Smith and Ricardo, contemporaries like Keynes and Schumpeter, and later Nobel Prize winners, listing their birth/death dates and seminal publications. [Biographies of the Authors]: Biographical sketches of the contributors to the volume: Peter J. Boettke, Enrico Colombatto, and Kurt R. Leube. It details their academic backgrounds, institutional affiliations (such as George Mason University and the Hoover Institution), and their specific research focuses within the Austrian School tradition.