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Essays On Philosophical Subjects

Author
Adam Smith
Language
English
Length
188 pages
ISBN
9781787367098
Published
16 July 2023
Imprint
Sovereign
  • Morality
  • Ethics
  • Moral philosophy
  • Human nature
  • Moral sentiments
  • Empathy
  • Sympathy
  • Impartiality
  • Fairness
  • Benevolence

Description

"Essays on Philosophical Subjects" by Adam Smith is a compelling collection of essays that delve into a wide range of philosophical topics, offering profound insights and reflections on human nature, morality, economics, and the foundations of society. In this thought-provoking anthology, Smith showcases his keen intellect and interdisciplinary approach to exploring fundamental questions about the human experience. Throughout the essays, Smith presents nuanced arguments and careful observations on subjects such as ethics, aesthetics, political economy, and the nature of knowledge. He offers a unique blend of moral philosophy and social science, weaving together disparate fields of inquiry to shed light on the complexities of human behavior and the functioning of societies.

Author

Adam Smith (1723–1790) taught Europe to look at bakers, pin-makers, and the division of labour as if they were as interesting as kings. The Wealth of Nations is a map of how nations grow rich; Moral Sentiments is a map of how we become decent. Smith is often recruited as a prophet of unfettered markets; the books are wiser and sterner than the slogan. He wrote with a lecturer's clarity and a novelist's eye for motive.