Adam Smith's Theory of Moral Sentiments: On morals and why they matter to a liberal society of free people and free markets

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The theories of behavioral economist Adam Smith on 'moral sentiments' as expressed by him in the book 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments' are examined. The importance on morals in a liberal society consisting of independent people and free markets is discussed.

author: Evensky, Jerry
Criticism and interpretation, Ethics

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Adam Smith, behavioral economist

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The conflict in behavioral economist Adam Smith's views on human motivation, expressed in his two books- 'The Wealth of Nations' and 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments', are discussed.

author: Camerer, Colin F., Ashraf, Nava
Comparative analysis, Motivation (Psychology), Wealth of Nations (Nonfiction work)

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What has mattered to economists since 1970

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The important factors considered by economists while formulating the economic policies of different countries in the month of June, 2006 are discussed.

author: Zingales, Luigi, Kim, E. Han, Morse, Adair
Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, International aspects, Economic policy

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subjects list: United States, Analysis, Works, Economists, Smith, Adam (American politician), The Theory of Moral Sentiments (Book), Beliefs, opinions and attitudes
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