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Jacob Soll, "Free Market: The History of an Idea" (Basic Books, 2022)

New Books in Intellectual History

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Cicero's Legacy: Smith and the Evolution of Economic Thought

This chapter explores the significant impact of Cicero on Adam Smith's moral philosophy, particularly during the commercial transformations of the 18th century. It examines the tension between self-interest and moral considerations in economic practices, highlighting critiques of capitalism through historical figures' perspectives. The discussion further investigates the relationship between agrarian and industrial development in the shaping of economic principles in the United States.

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