On Adam Smith or Professional and Technical Writing

On Adam Smith

Author: Jack Russell Weinstein

This brief text assists students in understanding Adam Smith's philosophy and thinking so they can more fully engage in useful, intelligent class dialogue and improve their understanding of course content. Part of the Wadsworth Notes Series, (which will eventually consist of approximately 100 titles, each focusing on a single "thinker" from ancient times to the present), ON ADAM SMITH is written by a philosopher deeply versed in the philosophy of this key thinker. Like other books in the series, this concise book offers sufficient insight into the thinking of a notable philosopher, better enabling students to engage in reading and to discuss the material in class and on paper.

Table of Contents:

1	Introduction	1
2	Life and Influences	6
3	Early And Foundational Works	21
4	The Theory of Moral Sentiments	37
5	The Wealth of Nations	57
6	Justice and the Lectures on Jurisprudence	79
7	Conclusion	90
	Endnotes	93

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Professional and Technical Writing: Problem Solving at Work

Author: George E Kennedy

Taking a research-based, integrated problem-solving approach to technical and professional writing, this text provides a model that illustrates real working-world solutions to problems that students are likely to encounter in the workplace. Each chapter begins with a short scenario case study that deals with theoretical or applied issues of technical and professional communication. The problem is carried through its development and resolution, thereby preparing students to deal appropriately and successfully in the professional world,