The Making of Modern Economics

This innovative history of economics chronicles the development of the social science through the stories of its key thinkers, centered around the influential figure of Adam Smith. The book examines how various economists, both critics and adherents, influenced the evolution of classical and modern economic theories during times of prosperity and upheaval. Rich with lively anecdotes, new revelations, and engaging details, it offers a compelling look at the personalities and ideas that shaped economic thought over the centuries.