The Theory of Moral Sentiments Or, an Essay Towards an Analysis of the Principles by Which Men Naturally Judge Concerning the Conduct and Character, First of Their Neighbours, and Afterwards of Themselves. to Which Is Added, a Dissertation on the Origin of Languages.

Adam Smith's 1759 treatise on moral philosophy examines the principles by which people form judgments about the conduct and character of others and themselves, beginning with sympathy. It also includes a dissertation on the origin of languages.

Public domain in the US. From Project Gutenberg.

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