| Description |
1 online resource (xiv, 287 pages) |
| Series |
Great thinkers in economics series |
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Great thinkers in economics series.
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| Contents |
Cover; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1 General Introduction: Why Adam Smith?; 2 'sufficient proofs of his fitness'; 3 'in the first ages of society'; 4 'so weak and imperfect a creature as man'; 5 'general principles of law and government'; 6 'a certain propensity in human nature'; 7 'had the original state of things continued'; 8 'at last the age of commerce arises'; 9 'setting to work industrious people'; 10 'increasing the fund for productive hands'; 11 'a very violent attack'; 12 'an invisible hand'; 13 'peace, easy taxes, and justice'; 14 Adam Smith's Legacy; Bibliography; Index |
| Summary |
This book presents the authentic Adam Smith and explores his underlying approach and radical thinking, aiming to re-establish his original intentions. The book provides a crucial reminder of how relevant Adam Smith was in his own time, and how relevant he remains as we experience the worldwide spread of opulence today |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 265-277) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Smith, Adam, 1723-1790.
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Economics.
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Economists -- Great Britain.
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| Genre/Form |
Biographies.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
0230227546 (electronic bk.) |
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9780230227545 (electronic bk.) |
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(alk. paper) |
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(alk. paper) |
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