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The Wealth of Nations: An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes - Hardcover

Smith, Adam

 
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Synopsis

Published in 1776, this book is widely regarded as the cornerstone of modern economics. Smith, a Scottish philosopher and moralist, offers a comprehensive analysis of the nature and causes of the wealth of nations and a critique of the mercantilist system that dominated his time. This book is not only a foundational text in economics but also a classic work of political philosophy, social science, and history.

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About the Author

Adam Smith (1723-1790) was a Scottish economist and philosopher who was a pioneer in the thinking of political economy and key figure during the Scottish Enlightenment. Smith was seen by some as the "father of economics" or the "father of capitalism."

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