The Wealth of Nations (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes (Economic Theory Classic)By Adam Smith
Length42h 47m
About this audiobook
In The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith offers a foundational inquiry into the causes of economic prosperity, examining labor, markets, trade, taxation, and the division of labor with remarkable analytical breadth. Written in lucid eighteenth-century prose, the work combines moral philosophy, historical observation, and practical policy critique. Its argument for natural liberty and competitive exchange helped define classical political economy, while its famous metaphor of the "invisible hand" continues to frame debates about markets and public welfare. Smith was a Scottish Enlightenment thinker, moral philosopher, and professor at Glasgow, deeply shaped by intellectual circles that prized reason, empirical inquiry, and social improvement. His earlier Theory of Moral Sentiments informs this book's concern with human motivation, sympathy, and institutional order. Travels in Europe and conversations with statesmen and philosophers sharpened his opposition to mercantilist restrictions and monopolies. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand capitalism's intellectual origins, modern economics, or the relationship between freedom and governance. Though written in 1776, its insights—and tensions—remain indispensable.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreBusiness and Economics
Length42 hrs 47 mins
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Publish dateFeb 4, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Wealth of Nations (Annotated)
15Part 3 Of the different Progress of Opulence in different Nations
2Introduction
16Part 4 Of Systems of political Economy (pt. 1)
3Synopsis
17Part 4 Of Systems of political Economy (pt. 2)
4Historical Context
18Part 4 Of Systems of political Economy (pt. 3)
5Author Biography
19Part 4 Of Systems of political Economy (pt. 4)
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6The Wealth of Nations
20Part 4 Of Systems of political Economy (pt. 5)
7Introduction and plan of the work
21Part 5 Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth (pt. 1)
8Part 1 Of the Causes of Improvement in the productive Powers of Labour, and of the Order according to which its Produce is naturally distributed among the different Ranks of the People (pt. 1)
22Part 5 Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth (pt. 2)
9Part 1 Of the Causes of Improvement in the productive Powers of Labour, and of the Order according to which its Produce is naturally distributed among the different Ranks of the People (pt. 2)
23Part 5 Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth (pt. 3)
10Part 1 Of the Causes of Improvement in the productive Powers of Labour, and of the Order according to which its Produce is naturally distributed among the different Ranks of the People (pt. 3)
24Part 5 Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth (pt. 4)
11Part 1 Of the Causes of Improvement in the productive Powers of Labour, and of the Order according to which its Produce is naturally distributed among the different Ranks of the People (pt. 4)
25Part 5 Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth (pt. 5)
12Part 1 Of the Causes of Improvement in the productive Powers of Labour, and of the Order according to which its Produce is naturally distributed among the different Ranks of the People (pt. 5)
26Analysis
13Part 2 Of the Nature, Accumulation, and Employment of Stock (pt. 1)
27Reflection
14Part 2 Of the Nature, Accumulation, and Employment of Stock (pt. 2)
28Memorable Quotes
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