ABSTRACT

This book, first published in 1987, is an attempt to explain Adam Smith’s theory of property. The author examines Smith’s theory in the context of The Wealth of Nations, and explores what Smith said, what he really meant, and what can be logically deduced from it. This title will be of interest to students of economic thought.

chapter |2 pages

Dedication

chapter |4 pages

Table of Contents

chapter I|20 pages

Introduction

chapter V|33 pages

Origin of Property: Conjecture or History

chapter VI|47 pages

Alienation of Property: The Market

chapter VIII|53 pages

Existing Government: Theory and Practice

chapter X|64 pages

Objectives of Government

chapter XI|23 pages

Conclusion