Adam Smith

Adam Smith was an 18th-century Scottish economist, philosopher, and author who is considered the father of modern economics and a moral philosopher.

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June 5, 1723

Gemini

July 17, 1790

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Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland

Adam Smith, an 18th-century Scottish economist and philosopher, is widely regarded as the founding figure of modern economics. He authored several influential works, including his most renowned piece, “The Wealth of Nations,” which examined the nature and origins of national wealth and significantly impacted economic theory and policy. In addition to this, Smith wrote “Theory of Moral Sentiments,” “Lectures on Jurisprudence,” and “Essays on Philosophical Subjects.” As a member of the Philosophical Society of Edinburgh, he made substantial contributions to various fields, such as optics and astronomy. Notably, Smith was also a prominent moral philosopher.