The Invisible Hand by Adam Smith Paperback Book

Description: The Invisible Hand by Adam Smith Adam Smiths landmark treatise on the free market paved the way for modern capitalism, arguing that competition is the engine of a productive society, and that self-interest will eventually come to enrich the whole community, as if by an invisible hand. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their regard to their own interest Adam SmithAdam Smiths landmark treatise on the free market paved the way for modern capitalism, arguing that competition is the engine of a productive society, and that self-interest will eventually come to enrich the whole community, as if by an invisible hand.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are. Author Biography Adam Smith (1723 - 1790) was born in Glasgow and after being educated in Glasgow and Oxford, he held a number of academic posts before becoming tutor to the young Duke of Buccleuch. This post took him to France where he began writing his political treatise, The Wealth of Nations. Details ISBN0141036818 Author Adam Smith Pages 144 Publisher Penguin Books Ltd Series Penguin Great Ideas Year 2008 ISBN-10 0141036818 ISBN-13 9780141036816 Format Paperback Publication Date 2008-08-07 Imprint Penguin Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 330.153 Birth 1723 Death 1790 Media Book UK Release Date 2008-08-07 Alternative 9780141963358 Audience General NZ Release Date 2008-10-26 AU Release Date 2008-10-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:14686731;

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