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The Wealth of Nations
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LENGTH36 hrs and 47 mins
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RELEASE DATE01-11-11
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
The foundation for all modern economic thought and political economy, The Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of Scottish economist Adam Smith, who introduces the world to the very idea of economics and capitalism in the modern sense of the words. Smith details his argument in five books:
- Book I. Of the Causes of Improvement in the Productive Power of Labour
- Book II. Of the Nature, Accumulation, and Employment of Stock Introduction
- Book III. Of the Different Progress of Opulence in Different Nations
- Book IV. Of Systems of Political Economy
- Book V. Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth
Taken together, these books form a giant leap forward in the field of economics. A product of the "Age of Enlightenment," The Wealth of Nations is a must for all who wish to gain a better understanding of the principles upon which all modern capitalistic economies have been founded and the process of wealth creation that is engendered by those principles.
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Bob Tunkhannock, PA, United States 05-31-11 Member Since 2006- HELPFUL VOTES
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"Simply a classic. Much better audio this time."
A couple of years ago, I purchased this title and really struggled with the quality of the audio. This newer edition is much better. As for the content, it is what it is. A classic that is the foundations to our current understanding of economics. It has great historical value but is not really an easy read. For me, its just something I had to get being an avid student in economics. I won't be giving a review of the subject matter since it is what it is and many have done much better that i could ever do. Just wanted to say this version has great audio!
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"Loved the Narrator"
The writings herein is brought forth with great workmanship of speech. Recording was wonderful and enjoyable through all 5 books.
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"Amazingly accessible"
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?Absolutely. I had thought the Smith had anticipated much of our current understanding of the way markets function. Instead, he had all of the fundamentals figured out. I was fearing that it would be quite obscure in topic and language, but found it pleasantly accessible, if perhaps a bit long.
As as reading the classics, I would definitely recommend this.
Who was your favorite character and why?The market.
What about Gildart Jackson’s performance did you like?It fit the material.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?The Way Your World Works
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Monte Johnston Clayton, NC 03-12-12 Member Since 2007
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"Amazingly accessible"
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?Absolutely. I had thought the Smith had anticipated much of our current understanding of the way markets function. Instead, he had all of the fundamentals figured out. I was fearing that it would be quite obscure in topic and language, but found it pleasantly accessible, if perhaps a bit long.
As as reading the classics, I would definitely recommend this.
Who was your favorite character and why?The market.
What about Gildart Jackson???s performance did you like?It fit the material.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?The Way Your World Works
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"Very interesting"
What made the experience of listening to The Wealth of Nations the most enjoyable?I am very interested in the history of capitalism and this book was very educational.
Who was your favorite character and why?Adam Smith
What does Gildart Jackson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?He sounds like what I would expect someone from the time period of the book's writing to have sounded like; very aristocratic and educated. There are references in the book to our American colonies and Mr. Jackson's reading made is seem like it had just happened a short time prior.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?Not possible. I listen to the book when I am hiking which allows me to focus on the content.
Any additional comments?This is not a story book it is actually a text book or scholarly analysis. If you are in to economics, capitalism, or business, then this book is for you. I have read some of the book but l found listening to it to be a more effective way of absorbing it.
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"A "must read" for serious economic students."
Where does The Wealth of Nations rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?One of the most memorable.
What did you like best about this story?The incredible depth of Adam Smith's economic analysis several centuries ago.
Which scene was your favorite?N/A
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?No.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful