The Wealth of Nations (Great Minds) Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

The Wealth of Nations (Great Minds) Book

Argues that 'man's self-interest is God's providence' - that if government abstained from interfering with free competition the hand of capitalism would emerge from the competing claims of individual self-interest. This book offers a statement and defence of the fundamental principles of capitalism.Read More

from£15.56 | RRP: £13.50
* Excludes Voucher Code Discount Also available Used from £8.04
  • Product Description

    Political economy had been studied long before Adam Smith. But "Wealth of Nations" (1776) established it for the first time as a separate science. Smith based his arguments on vast historical knowledge, and developed his principles with remarkable clarity. What set this work apart was its statement of the doctrine of natural liberty. Smith believed that 'man's self-interest is God's providence' - that if government abstained from interfering with free competition, the invisible hand of capitalism would emerge from the competing claims of individual self-interest. Industrial problems would be resolved and maximum efficiency reached. After more than two centuries, Smith's work still stands as the best statement and defence of the fundamental principles of capitalism.

  • 0879757051
  • 9780879757052
  • Adam Smith
  • 19 December 1991
  • Prometheus Books
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 590
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through any of the links below and make a purchase we may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Click here to learn more.

Would you like your name to appear with the review?

We will post your book review within a day or so as long as it meets our guidelines and terms and conditions. All reviews submitted become the licensed property of www.find-book.co.uk as written in our terms and conditions. None of your personal details will be passed on to any other third party.

All form fields are required.