Adam Smith is considered the founding father of economics. Yet to form an accurate picture of the theoretical basis of his work, it is necessary to know what influenced him. This book is the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to all the books which were in Adam Smith's library at the time of his death. An invaluable reference work, this book will be of enormous interest to all those interested in the genesis of early economic thought.

This collection gathers together comments and reviews to all the works of Adam Smith, published and unpublished. All introductions to the later editions of his works, either in English or newly translated, are included as well as the editor's notes, where possible.