Wealth of Nations

Smith, Adam

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These two volumes include Smith’s attack on the mercantile system, his advocacy of freedom of commerce and industry and his famous prophecy, on the eve of the Declaration of Independence, that America will be one of the foremost nations of the world.

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Publish Date: 07/10/1999

Description

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”.

Additional information

Weight 458 g
Dimensions 198 × 129 × 28 mm
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Imprint

Cover

Paperback

Pages

602

Language

English

Edition

4th Edition

Dewey

330.153 (edition:21)

Readership

College – higher education / Code: F