6min chapter

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Revisiting the "father of capitalism"

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Adam Smith's Capitalism: Insights and Implications

This chapter examines Adam Smith's foundational ideas on capitalism, focusing on his insights into human nature and their impact on modern economic behavior. The discussion highlights the relationship between his two key works, 'The Wealth of Nations' and 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments', emphasizing the need to engage with both for a fuller understanding of his economic theories.

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