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Adam Smith Collection

The Wealth of Nations and the Theory of Moral Sentiments

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Adam Smith Collection

By: Adam Smith
Narrated by: Roberto Scarlato
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Discover the mind behind the modern economy.
This edition features a custom introduction offering biographical insight into Adam Smith’s life and the historical context that shaped his revolutionary ideas. From his early years in Scotland to his mentorship under moral philosopher Francis Hutchinson, uncover the journey that culminated in two of history’s most influential works.

The Wealth of Nations (1776), presented in its complete, unabridged version, laid the foundation for modern economic theory. Divided into five parts, Smith’s analysis of self-interest, free markets, and the division of labor continues to shape economic policies worldwide.

The Theory of Moral Sentiments (1759), which Smith considered his most important work, explores human morality. Smith argues that empathy—what he called a “mutual sympathy of sentiments”—plays a crucial role in shaping our actions toward others.

Together, these works present a complete vision of Smith’s philosophy: a world where human behavior is driven by both economic self-interest and moral responsibility. His timeless ideas remain essential for understanding the complex relationship between economics and human nature, and continue to influence thought today.

Spanning over 57 hours, whether you're studying economics, philosophy, or seeking to grasp the foundations of capitalism and morality, the Adam Smith Collection offers an unparalleled journey into the mind of the father of modern economics.

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I feel so intellectually sated and yet somehow overwhelmed at the prospect of being exposed to this compendium of the works of Adam Smith. The breadth and depth of insight into economic affairs and human nature by Smith are simply amazing; I found myself often pausing to reflect on just how his ideas continue to shape our world today. While the 18th-century language and the closely compacted economic ideas sometimes proved a laborious text to read, the benefits of continuing to struggle through the material were great. What this ends up amounting to is the appreciation of Smith's truly ground-shaking thinking and thus a wishing to take a further look at the complex dance between economics and morality in our present society.

truly inspiring

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This collection brings together Adam Smith’s groundbreaking works, offering a comprehensive look at economics and human behavior. A must-read for anyone interested in the foundations of modern economics and ethics, packed with timeless insights.

Great collection

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An essential deep dive into the origins of modern economics and moral philosophy. This unabridged collection of The Wealth of Nations and The Theory of Moral Sentiments reveals Adam Smith’s profound insights into markets, self-interest, and empathy—offering timeless wisdom on how economies function and why morality still matters.

Good one

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It was great to find both of these books together as an audiobook. I have loved listening on my way to work everyday. It has been a marathon of an audiobook, but such a worthwhile lisen. It is packed with such interesting information, and the good narration helps to make the subject easy to digest. If you’re interested in economics, philosophy or political theory this is a must listen!

A Wealth of Knowledge from Such a Wise Teacher

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I found this audiobook is jam packed with theory and knowledge which is very interesting. I did find however that it is just quite long overall. I understand a lot of research went into the works of Adam Smith however I did zone out a few times simply due to the length of this audiobook set. That being said, still learned quite a bit!

Interesting

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I had no idea that Adam Smith has so many opinions on so many things that are so relevant to today’s world. I thought the narrator brought his ideas to life also.

So comprehensive

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What other book gives us such a detailed, pure, deep-dive into Adam's life? What an amazing man! Every American needs to stop what they're doing and listen to this book RIGHT NOW.

Insight into Adam's life

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This collection is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the foundation of modern economics and moral philosophy. It is a long audiobook of knowledge, but please be patient with it. The Wealth of Nations provides a brilliant analysis of market dynamics, while The Theory of Moral Sentiments delves into human behavior and ethics. Together, they offer a comprehensive view of Adam Smith's ideas and their relevance today.

A Must-Have for Economics and Philosophy Enthusias

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This audiobook is a must for anyone interested in economics or philosophy! The Wealth of Nations and The Theory of Moral Sentiments are brought to life with clear, engaging narration, making Adam Smith’s profound ideas accessible. The introduction provides great context, and at 57 hours, it’s a rich, thought-provoking dive into the foundations of capitalism and human morality. Highly recommend!

Timeless wisdom, brilliantly narrated

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Smith basically invented capitalism, then turned around and said, Hey, don’t be a selfish jerk. One book is about markets running themselves, the other is about humans having, you know, morals. Both are weirdly still relevant, but damn, it's a long listen great for killing time in traffic.

Long but well done

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