The Wealth of Nations: Books IV-V
(Paperback, 4th edition)
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Publishing Details
The Wealth of Nations: Books IV-V
By (Author) Adam Smith
Edited by Andrew Skinner
Introduction by Andrew Skinner
Notes by Andrew Skinner
Penguin Books Ltd
Penguin Classics
16th November 1999
7th October 1999
4th edition
United Kingdom
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Economic theory and philosophy
330.153
Physical Properties
Paperback
672
Width 130mm, Height 198mm, Spine 30mm
458g
Description
The second part of Adam Smith's economic theory, stating the argument for free trade Smith's THE WEALTH OF NATIONS was the first comprehensive treatment of political economy. Originally delivered in the form of lectures at Glasgow, the book's publication in 1776 co-incided with America's Declaration of Independence. These volumes include Smith's assessment of the mercantile system, his advocacy of the freedom of commerce and industry, and his famous prophecy that "America will be one of the foremost nations of the world".
Author Bio
Adam Smith (1723-1790) was born in Glasgow and after being educated in Glasgow and Oxford, he held a number of academic posts before becoming tutor to the young Duke of Buccleuch. This post took him to France where he began writing his political treatise, THE WEALTH OF NATIONS. Andrew S. Skinner is Adam Smith Professor of Political Economy, Emeritus at Glasgow University and has published widely on Adam Smith and is the editor of the first three volumes of THE WEALTH OF NATIONS for Penguin.
