Description: Adam Smith: Father of Economics By Jesse Norman Published Basic Books, New York, 2018. 408 pp. Hardcover in original binding and dust jacket. Adam Smith (1723-1790) is now widely regarded as the greatest economist of all time. But what he really thought, and the implications of his ideas, remain fiercely contested. Was he an eloquent advocate of capitalism and individual freedom? A prime mover of "market fundamentalism"? An apologist for human selfishness? Or something else entirely?In the tradition of The Worldly Philosophers, Adam Smith dispels the myths and caricatures, and provides a far more complex portrait of the man. Offering a highly engaging account of Smith's life and times, political philosopher Jesse Norman explores his work as a whole and traces his influence over two centuries to the present day. Finally, he shows how a proper understanding of Smith can help us address the problems of modern capitalism. The Smith who emerges from this book is not only the greatest of all economists but a pioneering theorist of moral philosophy, culture, and societyI've done my best to describe the book, but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to send me an e-mail.
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Year Printed: 2018
Topic: American (US)
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Subject: History
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