Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith [Deluxe Hardbound Classic] - Economics of Capitalism /Learn about the Wealth Creation Strategies / Insights Into Econo -- Adam Smith, Hardcover
The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith is a landmark work of classical economics and economic philosophy that continues to shape discussions about wealth, markets, trade, labor, and productivity. First published in 1776, this influential classic examines the forces that contribute to national prosperity and explores how economic activity develops through specialization, exchange, competition, and individual enterprise. At the heart of the book is Smith's influential discussion of the division of labor and its role in increasing productivity. He also examines free markets, self-interest, prices, wages, capital, taxation, and international trade, offering a wide-ranging study of how individuals, businesses, and governments interact within an economy. Through detailed arguments and historical observations, Smith explores the relationship between commerce, economic freedom, public policy, and the role of government. His discussion of market coordination, often associated with the idea of the "invisible hand," became an enduring part of later debates about capitalism, competition, and modern economic systems. A foundational title in economics, political economy, history, business, and philosophy, The Wealth of Nations is valuable for students, scholars, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and readers interested in understanding the origins of modern economic thought. Its examination of wealth creation, markets, productivity, trade, and public finance makes it an essential addition to a classic economics collection. Why should readers pick this book?
- A Foundational Economics Classic: Explore one of the most influential works in classical economics, political economy, and the history of economic thought.
- Essential Economic Concepts: Examine influential ideas surrounding division of labor, productivity, free markets, competition, wages, capital, taxation, and international trade.
- For Students & Thoughtful Readers: Ideal for readers interested in economics, business, history, philosophy, public policy, and economic theory.
- Markets, Self-Interest & Competition: Explore Smith's analysis of individual economic choices, exchange, competition, and the coordination of market activity.
- Labor, Productivity & Wealth: Understand the importance of specialization, division of labor, wages, value, capital, and productivity in economic development.
- Trade, Taxation & Government: Examine ideas about international trade, public revenue, taxation, regulation, and the economic responsibilities of government.
Author: Adam Smith
Publisher: Fingerprint
Published: 8/10/2023
Pages: 944
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0 lbs
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ISBN: 9789358561623