Every book Fleur Barron recommended on podcasts

Books recommended by Fleur Barron

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   The Wealth of Nations

   Adam Smith · Discussed · 1 episode

   The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith is a foundational 1776 text by the Scottish thinker often regarded as the father of modern economics, exploring free markets, capitalism, and the mechanics of national wealth.

   Discussed

   “I asked what she thought when she was first approached about singing The Wealth of Nations. Honestly, I was surprised because I read The Wealth of Nations when I was at Columbia cuz that's one of the core texts that all the students have to read. And, you know, back then I remember it not being a very scintillating read.”

   Freakonomics Radio 673. What Is Money? 2026-05-01 ▶ Play 57:29

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