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From the Hand of Adam Smith

A series of imagined letters penned by Ross Levine

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Writing for the Hoover Institution’s Freedom Frequency, Ross Levine imagines letters from Adam Smith to the American people on the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.

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Each letter draws directly from Smith’s own words and ideas, primarily from The Theory of Moral Sentiments and The Wealth of Nations. All quotations are verbatim, and all paraphrases faithfully reflect Smith’s views. Readers may consult the corresponding "Background Note" to review the source material referenced in each letter.

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 To learn more, read the introduction to the series.

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