The Wealth of Nations
Author: Smith, Adam
ISBN: 9780140432084
Publisher: Penguin UK
Year first published: 25 Feb 1982
Pages: 576
Format: Paperback / softback
Penguin Classics relaunch
Smith's THE WEALTH OF NATIONS was the first comprehensive treatment of political economy. Originally delivered in the form of lectures at Glasgow, the book's publication in 1776 co-incided with America's Declaration of Independence. These volumes include Smith's assessment of the mercantile system, his advocacy of the freedom of commerce and industry, and his famous prophecy that \"America will be one of the foremost nations of the world\".
ISBN: 9780140432084
Publisher: Penguin UK
Year first published: 25 Feb 1982
Pages: 576
Format: Paperback / softback
Penguin Classics relaunch
Smith's THE WEALTH OF NATIONS was the first comprehensive treatment of political economy. Originally delivered in the form of lectures at Glasgow, the book's publication in 1776 co-incided with America's Declaration of Independence. These volumes include Smith's assessment of the mercantile system, his advocacy of the freedom of commerce and industry, and his famous prophecy that \"America will be one of the foremost nations of the world\".