DEEP THOUGHTS OF ADAM SMITH: Extracting the Scottish Enlightenment Icon

Adam Smith; the economist, moral philosopher, and pioneer of political economy was a key figure during the Scottish Enlightenment. ‘'The Theory of Moral Sentiments’ and ‘Wealth of Nations’ were the best known of his classic works. Wealth of Nations is the most influential book on the subject ever published. The book has become a classic manifesto against mercantilism in 1776. Smith was a philanthropist and devoted his major part of income to charity. This book includes the short life history of Adam Smith and his famous quotes.