Adam Smith
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English
Description
Adam Smith's masterpiece, first published in 1776, is the foundation of modern economic thought and remains the single most important account of the rise of, and the principles behind, modern capitalism. Written in clear and incisive prose, The Wealth of Nations articulates the concepts indispensable to an understanding of contemporary society; and Robert Reich's new Introduction for this edition both clarifies Smith's analyses and illuminates his...
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Publisher
Rough Guides
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Celebrate the centurys' finest movies in The Rough Guide to 21st Century Cinema, a lavishly illustrated homage to the world's best movies of this new era of cinema. The best 101 films: a run down of the finest films of the millenium from Hollywood blockbusters to indie gems. The hottest stars: features on the up and coming actors and actresses who have made a mark. The winning genres: best-in-class features on drama, comedy, horror, sci-fi, animation,...
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Publisher
Health Communications Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
In April of 2016, Adam Smith found himself at rock bottom after a yearslong struggle with debilitating anxiety and searing physical pain. His search for the right diagnosis and treatment for his mental and physical pain lasted over six years and over a hundred different healthcare systems. He had to deal with the stigma of mental health issues, but ultimately learned that life isn't about finding a quick fix; it's about learning who you are and understanding...
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Publisher
Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Best known for his revolutionary free-market economics treatise The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith was first and foremost a moral philosopher. In his first book, The Theory of Moral Sentiments, he investigated the flip side of economic self-interest: the interest of the greater good. Smith's classic work advances ideas about conscience, moral judgment, and virtue that have taken on renewed importance in business and politics.
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Publisher
Interlink Books
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Authoritative, detailed, and entertaining, "The Beatles' London" places the world's greatest rock band in the fascinating context of the world's greatest city. This up-to-date guidebook includes special sections for record sleeves and film locations, detailed maps, and scores of fascinating entries.
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