The Wealth of Nations (Volume 1, Volume 2)

Author: Adam Smith
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Publish Date: 2007-02-05
Features: Before the end of the 18th century, "The Wealth of Nations" had already been published in nine English editions. People described the publication of "The Wealth of Nations" as "a stunning debut," and it was universally recognized that Adam Smith was the founder of a new discipline—economics. Adam Smith thus gained widespread fame. It is said that when the British Parliament debated or discussed draft legislation, members often cited arguments from "The Wealth of Nations," and opponents rarely after such citations. After its publication, "The Wealth of Nations" was immediately translated into multiple languages. To this day, many countries base their policies on the fundamental ideas presented in the book, and it has become a must-read for anyone seeking to understand economics.