The Philosophy of Action: An Anthology is an authoritative collection of key work by top scholars, arranged thematically and accompanied by expert introductions written by the editors. This unique anthology brings together a selection of the most influential essays from the 1960s to the present day. An invaluable resource that compiles important classic and contemporary articles in philosophy of action, it covers essential topics such as action and agency, willing and trying, intention and intentional action, acting for a reason, the explanation of action, and free agency and responsibility. Each themed section opens with a synoptic introduction and includes a comprehensive further reading list to guide students. Written and organized in a style that allows it to be used as a primary teaching resource in its own right, this collection offers no other broad-ranging and detailed coverage of this kind currently available in the field.