Adam Smith's major work of 1759 develops the foundation for a general system of morals, and is a text of central importance in the history of moral and political thought. Through the idea of sympathy and the mental construct of an impartial spectator, Smith formulated highly original theories of conscience, moral judgment and the virtues. This volume offers a new edition of the text with helpful notes for the student reader, and a substantial introduction that establishes the work in its philosophical and historical context.
A new edition of Adam Smith's Theory of Moral Sentiments, an important text in the history of moral and political thought.| Introduction |
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| Chronology |
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| Further reading |
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| Note on the text |
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xxix | |
| Abbreviations |
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| The Theory of Moral Sentiments |
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3 | (2) |
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5 | (6) |
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Of the propriety of action |
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11 | (67) |
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Of merit and demerit; or, of the objects of reward and punishment |
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78 | (50) |
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Of the foundation of our judgments concerning our own sentiments and conduct, and of the sense of duty |
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128 | (81) |
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Of the effect of utility upon the sentiment of approbation |
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209 | (18) |
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Of the influence of custom and fashion upon the sentiments of moral approbation and disapprobation |
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227 | (21) |
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Of the character of virtue |
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248 | (65) |
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Of systems of moral philosophy |
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313 | (92) |
| Index |
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