What inspired Adam Smith to focus so deeply on moral philosophy in this work?
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The Theory of Moral Sentiments

The Theory of Moral Sentiments
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What inspired Adam Smith to focus so deeply on moral philosophy in this work?
Did anyone else find the discussions on sympathy and moral judgment still relevant today?
How did Smith decide to structure the book around sentiments rather than economic theories?