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The Wealth of Nations
Written by Adam Smith
Narrated by Peter Wickham
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It was Adam Smith (1723–1790) who first established economics as a separate branch of knowledge, and many would say his work has never been surpassed. The Wealth of Nations, which appeared in 1776, is the definitive text for all who believe that economic decisions are best left to markets, not governments. At the heart of Smith’s doctrine is an optimistic view of the effects of self-interest. Though each individual seeks only personal gain, the collective result is increased prosperity, which benefits society as a whole.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherNaxos Audiobooks
Release dateFeb 18, 2020
ISBN9781781982587
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Adam Smith
Adam is a life-long resident of Cumbernauld and is extensively involved in the Cumbernauld community. Adam’s family have resided in the Cumbernauld area for 120 years and helped to form the New Town of Cumbernauld, designated in December 1955. Adam has been involved with a large number of community organisations in the Cumbernauld area and was elected as a Councillor for the Cumbernauld East ward of North Lanarkshire Council in May 2022, working with the community to positively promote Cumbernauld and to instigate improvements throughout the town.
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Apr 5, 2024
This audiobook is an excellent read of Adam Smith's The Wealth of Nations. The books gives an excellent and detail explanation of the efficiency of money to establish the wealth of nations. The connection between labor and money. I was particularly interested in the fact that America was perceived to have a higher standard of living than England.
The last chapter of the book gives an excellent defense of Great Britain during the American Revolution, from the British perspective.