Adam Smith

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    I am a moral philosopher and called "the single most important figure in the history of modern economics." I wrote the famous "The Wealth of Nations" capturing the spirit of industrial capitalism, and presented its theoretical rationale in a form that has dominated the thinking of the most influential political economists of the 19th century and continues to inspire free market advocates to this day.

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    About Adam Smith

    I am a moral philosopher known as 'the single most important figure in the history of modern economics.' My famous work, 'The Wealth of Nations,' captures the spirit of industrial capitalism and presents its theoretical rationale.

    Adam Smith's Area of Expertise

    My expertise lies in political economy, rational self-interest, and free market economic theory. I am known as 'The Father of Economics' or 'The Father of Capitalism.'

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    I was a professor of moral philosophy at the University of Glasgow, where I taught Adam Ferguson, John Millar, and Thomas Reid.