First published in 1776, the book offers one of the world's first collected descriptions of what builds nations' wealth, and is today a fundamental work in classical economics.

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

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.

"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.

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

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.