The Wealth of Nations (Illustrated Edition) (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Adam Smith
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: In 1776, the first publication of The Wealth of Nations marked the birth of economics as an independent discipline. Over the following two centuries, it was honored with many titles such as the "Bible of Western Economics," "Encyclopedia of Economics," and one of the "Top Ten Books That Influenced World History." Adam Smith, observing the global economy before the Industrial Revolution, systematically analyzed the intrinsic laws of the generation, distribution, and continuous operation of national wealth for the first time. He believed that human self-interest, like an invisible hand, quietly drives all economic behavior, while also emphasizing that governments should intervene as little as possible and allow trade freedom to develop. Adam Smith holds a near-divine status in the field of economics, and to this day, his ideas remain the foundation that all mainstream economic theories must reference and draw upon. This book invites senior experts to edit the original work, reducing its length while fully preserving the essence of Smith's ideas and his complete system. Additionally, this book selects 420 classic paintings, master photographs, and iconic illustrations based on the original classic, striving to closely align with the facts and thoughts of the original text and making the reading experience of this economic masterpiece more enjoyable and effortless.