Ron Siegel

This book introduced me to economic thinking. It illuminates the various roles of prices, the importance of markets, and the fundamental importance of freedom in generating prosperity. This left a deep and lasting impression on me and showed me how economic insights can ultimately affect humanity in substantial ways. It also steered me toward a Ph.D. in economics and led me to contact Ed Lazear, who became my Ph.D. adviser and had a tremendous influence on me.