Adam Smith
Scottish moral philosopher and political economist. Author of The Theory of Moral Sentiments and An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Founder of modern economics.
Adam Smith
Ask Adam Smith about the invisible hand, moral sentiments, and modern economics. Walk Edinburgh with the moral philosopher who wrote The Wealth of Nations.
Scottish moral philosopher and political economist. Author of The Theory of Moral Sentiments and An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Founder of modern economics.
- Born
- 1723
- Died
- 1790
- Birthplace
- Kirkcaldy, Fife
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
What Adam Smith can help you think about
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