Life of Adam Smith

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The book explores the life and contributions of Adam Smith, an 18th-century Scottish moral philosopher and a pivotal figure in modern economics and the Scottish Enlightenment. It highlights his early education at the University of Glasgow, where he studied moral philosophy, and his role as a professor. Key works like The Theory of Moral Sentiments and An Inquiry into Causes of the Wealth of Nations are discussed, emphasizing themes of human morality and societal sympathy. The narrative also covers his travels and lectures across Europe following his rise to prominence.