Messrs. Pooley and Gilder remind us that the book’s themes remain fresh.

The 18th-century Scottish philosopher Adam Smith is credited with writing the first great work on political economy. His treatise "The Wealth of Nations" describes the evolution and political ...

Adam Smith. Father of capitalism. Coined "the invisible hand." Wrote the oft referred to but rarely read, "Wealth of Nations." He was also a deeply odd guy who mumbled to himself in public ...