In this book the author presents principles of economics and uses them to draw further conclusions on law and morality. A substantial section of the book contains examples that illustrate the concepts propounded. Topics addressed in the book include:

• the determination of prices through supply and demand
• the relationship between profit and production
• the value of money
• inflation and deflation
• economic cycles and crises
• consequences of violence
• functions of the state
• law that maximizes prosperity