Speaking of Smith Archives
Pro-Slavery, Anti-Smith
Timothy Sandefur for AdamSmithWorks
March 16, 2020
It’s unlikely that Burke imagined, when sneering at “economists” in his Reflections, that his defense of feudal hierarchy would later serve as the foundation for a bloody rebellion aimed at perpetuating chattel slavery.
March 16, 2020
It’s unlikely that Burke imagined, when sneering at “economists” in his Reflections, that his defense of feudal hierarchy would later serve as the foundation for a bloody rebellion aimed at perpetuating chattel slavery.
What Would Adam Smith Say About Fasting?
Nathanael Snow for AdamSmithWorks
March 9, 2020
To become willing to share bread with the hungry and to enter into solidarity with the suffering of others requires the activation of what Adam Smith calls sympathy, the ability to enter into another person’s sentiments through imagining one’s self in her place.
March 9, 2020
To become willing to share bread with the hungry and to enter into solidarity with the suffering of others requires the activation of what Adam Smith calls sympathy, the ability to enter into another person’s sentiments through imagining one’s self in her place.
Adam Smith in the Car and in the Classroom
Andrew Smith for AdamSmithWorks
“Dad, what if there were no money? What if we could have everything we wanted and not have to pay for it?”
“Dad, what if there were no money? What if we could have everything we wanted and not have to pay for it?”
The Future of Farmers – Adam Smith Weighs In
Paul Schwennesen for AdamSmithWorks
Why does “farmer” evoke such an emotional response within us? Is it the myth of a coherent way of life? Perhaps a “farm” evokes wholesome tranquility and bucolic splendor. It’s mostly an illusion. Yet...
Why does “farmer” evoke such an emotional response within us? Is it the myth of a coherent way of life? Perhaps a “farm” evokes wholesome tranquility and bucolic splendor. It’s mostly an illusion. Yet...
The Ambivalent Mr Smith
Amy Willis for AdamSmithWorks
How can we ensure our youngest both learn the primary skills they need to navigate the world successfully and maintain their sense of Wonder?
How can we ensure our youngest both learn the primary skills they need to navigate the world successfully and maintain their sense of Wonder?
Adam Smith and International Relations
Edwin van de Haar for AdamSmithWorks
In true liberal fashion, Adam Smith commenced his analysis of international politics with his view on human nature, which includes the idea that people are bound to quarrel and fight and are often guided by emotion rather than reason.
In true liberal fashion, Adam Smith commenced his analysis of international politics with his view on human nature, which includes the idea that people are bound to quarrel and fight and are often guided by emotion rather than reason.
The Imitative Arts: Some Fun with Adam Smith’s Artistic Opinions
Maryann Corbett for AdamSmithWorks
January 13, 2020
In his essay on the arts, Smith says much that now looks wrong, but his questionable claims might be the most interesting things he has to say.
January 13, 2020
In his essay on the arts, Smith says much that now looks wrong, but his questionable claims might be the most interesting things he has to say.
