Lectures on Jurisprudence - (Glasgow Edition of the Works of Adam Smith) by Adam Smith (Paperback)

The Smith's Lectures on Jurisprudence is a comprehensive guide to understanding the role of government in preserving justice and promoting public prosperity.

This book provides a detailed analysis of the chief purpose of government, which is to protect the individual's right to their person, property, reputation, and social relations.

The author presents a theory of moral sentiments that forms the basis for the state's role as an impartial spectator in judging when an individual has been injured.

The book also explores how laws are designed and applied to prevent further injuries and punish transgressors, while promoting public prosperity through regulations concerning trade, commerce, and production.

This is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the fundamental principles of jurisprudence and how they apply to modern society.