The Wealth of Nations is a powerhouse of knowledge that was first published in 1776. Adam Smith was an astute Scottish professor of moral philosophy, and he expounded the revolutionary doctrine of his time to economic liberalism. The importance of the book was almost immediately recognized by his peers who admired his thought and progressive ideas. The Wealth of Nations is comprised of five volumes/books in one. Perfect for class study or improving your own awareness of the history of economics. . Book 1: Of the Causes of Improvement in the Productive Power of Labor . Book 2: Of the Nature, Accumulation, and Employment of Stock Introduction . Book 3: Of the Different Progress of Opulence in Different Nations . Book 4: Of Systems of Political Economy . Book 5: Of the Revenue of the Sovereign or Commonwealth