Adam Smith

EnlightenmentScotland1723

OriginScotland

Era1723

SchoolEnlightenment

About Adam Smith

The Wealth of Nations founded modern economics. The invisible hand shows how self interest can serve the public good. The Theory of Moral Sentiments begins from sympathy. The impartial spectator within mirrors our conduct back to us. Warned against monopoly and the deadening effect of repetitive labor. Professor at Glasgow by age 28.

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