{"product_id":"the-wealth-of-nations-by-adam-smith","title":"The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDiscover \u003cem\u003eAn Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations\u003c\/em\u003e by Adam Smith — widely regarded as the founding text of modern economics. First published in 1776, this monumental work laid the intellectual groundwork for capitalism as we know it and remains one of the most influential books ever written on trade, markets, and human prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Wealth of Nations\u003c\/em\u003e, Adam Smith challenges the mercantilist economic thinking of his time, arguing instead that a nation's true wealth lies not in gold or silver, but in the productive capacity of its people. Smith introduces enduring concepts that still shape economic thought today — the division of labor, the \"invisible hand\" of the free market, and the idea that individuals pursuing their own self-interest can collectively drive a nation's prosperity. Drawing on history, philosophy, and keen observation, Smith builds a sweeping case for free trade, competition, and limited government interference in markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy readers and scholars return to this book:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThe founding text of modern economics, still studied and debated today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIntroduced concepts — the invisible hand, division of labor — that shape economics to this day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEssential reading for students of economics, history, philosophy, and political theory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA landmark work that shaped the development of capitalism and global trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePerfect for readers of classical economics and Enlightenment thought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAmbitious, rigorous, and historically transformative, \u003cem\u003eThe Wealth of Nations\u003c\/em\u003e remains essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the origins of modern economic thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAdd this foundational classic to your collection — order your copy from Book Beavers today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Book Beavers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45366481190935,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"BDT","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/8407\/4775\/files\/the_wealth_of_nations-1.png?v=1785750144","url":"https:\/\/bookbeavers.com\/products\/the-wealth-of-nations-by-adam-smith","provider":"Book Beavers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}