Summary of Chapter 3, Worldy Philosophers

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A particular belief of Smith was one on the nature and the measure of wealth. According to Quensay, wealth can be only considered wealth by means of production. Smith however, contradicted this statement by saying that indeed, objects which arise from production can be considered wealth, but wealth can also be produced not only through production...
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This part reveals that Wealth is not a completely original book but a compilation and in-depth analysis of the works and insights of other distinguished philosophers. Smith's main contribution was that he was able to enlighten the people with the whole picture, while others have just focused on one or two topics...
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