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The Wealth of Nations
The Ultimate Classic on Capitalism & Commerce - Understanding the Principles of Wealth, Trade, and National Prosperity
Adam Smith
- Written by
- Adam Smith
- Read by
- Tom Wilde
- Length
- 27 hrs 30 min
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5
- Publisher
- Library of Alexandria
- Released
- 2026-04-22
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What it is
Have you ever wondered why some nations rise to immense wealth while others remain stagnant?
The Wealth of Nations is the most influential book on economics ever written. Adam Smith, the "father of modern economics," changed history by challenging 18th-century mercantile systems. He proposed a revolutionary idea: a nation's wealth is measured not by hoarded gold, but by the trade, production, and commerce generated by its people.
Discover the blueprint of capitalism and the free market:
The Blueprint of Capitalism: Understand the core arguments for free markets, limited government intervention, and individual liberty. The Division of Labor: Read Smith's iconic analysis of the pin factory, illustrating how specialization exponentially increases productivity. The Invisible Hand: Grasp the famous concept of how individual self-interest unintentionally promotes the public good. Value, Price, and Prosperity: Explore fundamental theories of supply and demand, and learn why free trade is the true path to increasing living standards. Whether you are an entrepreneur or a student of finance, master the economic forces that shape your daily life. Unlock the secrets of the free market today.
On the charts
Charting now — best position 8 on Highest rated in Money & Finance, reached October 11, 2026. Seen on 1 chart over 46 days of readings, the first on August 28, 2026.
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