An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations

First published in 1776, The Wealth of Nations is the cornerstone of modern economics. Adam Smith examines how nations generate prosperity through division of labor, productivity, free markets, and competition. Introducing concepts such as the "invisible hand," supply and demand, and economic self-interest, Smith reshaped political economy forever. Clear, rigorous, and remarkably relevant, this timeless classic remains essential reading for students of economics, business, politics, and history.