For Smith's theory does unquestionably lead to a doctrine of laissez-faire. To Adam Smith the least government is certainly the best: governments are spendthrift, irresponsible, and unproductive.

One framework for understanding markets is the invisible hand theory, an idea proposed by economist Adam Smith that illustrates the hidden, self-interested forces behind people's economic choices.

Then there came his glare, with Smith appearing to look up to the commentary box. It was a stoney, yet, perhaps defiant look, with Adam Gilchrist offering up his theory on the moment to Fox Cricket.

Adam Smith loved books, and he used the library ... The edition is a critique of 17th century political theorist Sir Robert Filmer. Curator Jane Freel said: “The text’s underscored lines ...