The Subjective Nature of Time: From Bergson to Mises

06/04/2026 Ulrich Fromy

Time is a unique resource in economics because we cannot create more of it and are subject to its limitations. Ludwig von Mises and the Austrians understand the role of time in economic better than most other mainstream economists.

Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/subjective-nature-time-bergson-mises

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