Essays On, I. Moral Sentiments: Ii. Astronomical Inquiries; Iii. Formation of Languages; Iv. History of Ancient Physics; V. Ancient Logic and Metaphys

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Published in 1795, this collection of essays spans a wide range of topics, reflecting the breadth and depth of Smith's philosophical and intellectual interests. From the psychology of moral sentiments to the history of science, and from aesthetics to linguistics, Smith engages with the major debates and questions of his time, while also offering original and enduring insights into human nature and society.