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The Wealth Of Nations begins with Smith explaining production and exchange, and their contribution to national income. Using the example of a pin factory, Smith shows how specialisation can boost human productivity enormously. By specialising, people can use their talents, or acquire skill.
Dec 1, 2023 · Adam Smith (1723-1790) was a Scottish philosopher, economist, and leading Enlightenment figure. In The Wealth of Nations, he advocates free trade and limited interference in markets by governments...
Apr 29, 2022 · Adam Smith’s seminal work, The Wealth of Nations (1776), is one of the foundational texts of modern economics. In this influential book, Smith outlines his ideas about the nature and drivers of economic growth, including the role of free markets, private property rights and competition in spurring innovation and growth.
