Number of pages: 1246
Publisher: Bantam
BBB Library: Economics and Investment, Business Classics
ISBN: 978-0553585971
The book’s full name is ‘An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations,’ written by Adam Smith. This book is truly a masterpiece that gives great insights into the world of economics and management. The entire book is made of six books, discussing economics and explaining how it relates to human nature and social dynamics. Due to its extensive detail of how economics and commerce worked under the mercantile system, it is considered as a masterpiece. It also was among the first books that discussed the use of automatic economic system and the role of government in ensuring efficiency through ensuring that there exists justice, education, public works and dignity. Over a century later, the book is still relevant in governance and defining the role of the government. We're discussing books 1, 2, and 3.
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