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. As such, this book is a guide to all the books which were in Adam Smith's library at the time of his death.

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.

Introduction
1. Formation of the library
2. Dispersion of the library
3. Reconstruction of the library
4. The present catalogue
THE CATALOGUE
I. Subjects
II. Authors' presentation copies and Smith's subscription copies
III. Places of publication
IV. Publishers, printers, and booksellers
V. Locations
VI. Unidentified and unlocated terms