Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith

One of the foundational works of modern economics and political philosophy by Adam Smith. First published in 1776, The Wealth of Nations examines how markets, labor, trade, productivity, and self-interest shape the prosperity and functioning of societies.

Smith explores concepts such as division of labor, free markets, competition, pricing, and the role of government, introducing many ideas that became central to classical economics and modern capitalism. At the same time, the work reflects broader philosophical questions about human behavior, social organization, and the relationship between individual incentive and collective prosperity.

Massively influential across economics, politics, and history, The Wealth of Nations remains an essential text for readers interested in capitalism, economic theory, political systems, and the intellectual foundations of the modern world.