Guided by his conviction that the so-called Adam Smith Problem--the relationship between ethics and economics in Smith's thinking--is a core element in the argument of the work itself, Dickey's commentary focuses on the devices Smith uses ...

This edition contains an analytical introduction offering an in-depth discussion of Smith as an economist and social scientist, as well as a preface, further reading and explanatory notes by Andrew Skinner.

This edition contains generous selections from all five volumes of The Wealth of Nations, and places Smith's inquiry into its historical, intellectual, and cultural context.

"Originally published in 1901"--T.p. verso.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the basics of economic theory and its historical development.

Smith's authoritative writing style, coupled with his keen observations of human behavior, make this book a timeless classic that continues to shape economic thought today.

Written in clear and incisive prose, The Wealth of Nations articulates the concepts indispensable to an understanding of contemporary society; and Robert Reich’s Introduction both clarifies Smith’s analyses and illuminates his overall ...

Gathers selections from Smith's economic writings, discusses his theories, and assesses their influence on modern economics.