Adam Smith. WEALTH OF NATIONS (1796) Three volumes, leather bound

Description: Smith,Adam. AN INQUIRY INTO THE NATURE AND CAUSES OF THE WEALTH OF NATIONS. London: T. Cadell, A,Strahan,1796. Eigth Edition. Three volumes complete, 8vo, with the half titles to each volume. The eight edition of 'the first and greatest classic of modern economic thought' (PMM) in an attractive contemporary tree calf binding. Originally published in 1776, 'The Wealth of Nations had no rival in scope or depth when published and is still one of the few works in its field to have achieved classic status, meaning simply that it has sustained yet survived repeated reading, critical and adulatory, long after the circumstances which prompted it have become the object of historical enquiry' Adam Smith's magnum opus and cornerstone of economic thought. Bound in full contemporary tree calf, gilt titles to the spine,. A very nice set of this classic work. Adam Smith's masterpiece, first published in 1776, is the foundation of modern economic thought and remains the single most important account of the rise of, and the principles behind, modern capitalism. CONDITION: Very good for all three volumes with a nice shelf appearance. Slight foxing. Bindings are tight and clean with light edge wear as shown in the photos. No marks or names. Expertly rebacked spines in full gilt-ruled leather, with red and gilt spine labels, marbled endpapers. TERMS: By bidding you are agreeing to settle the transaction within three business days. Shipping is free to U.S. bidders. Tracking will be provided. International bidders please use eBay's Global shipping program. Returns accepted within thirty days for any reason with prior approval. You must be pleased. The books in the photograph are the items you will receive.

Price: 2800 USD

Location: Frederick, Maryland

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