Lectures on Justice, Police, Revenue and Arms

Lectures on Justice, Police, Revenue and Arms is a book written by Adam Smith, a renowned Scottish philosopher and economist. The book is a collection of Smith's lectures on the topics of justice, police, revenue, and arms, which he delivered during his tenure as a professor of moral philosophy at the University of Glasgow.In this book, Smith discusses the role of government in maintaining law and order, protecting the rights of citizens, and generating revenue through taxation. He also explores the principles of justice and fairness, and how they can be applied to various aspects of society, including the legal system, property rights, and economic policies.Furthermore, Smith delves into the importance of a well-armed and trained military in defending a nation's sovereignty and protecting its citizens from external threats. He also explores the role of the police in maintaining public order and protecting citizens from criminal activity.Overall, Lectures on Justice, Police, Revenue and Arms provides a comprehensive overview of the key issues related to governance, justice, and security, and offers valuable insights into the principles and practices that underpin a well-functioning society.1896. Lectures delivered in the University of Glasgow by Smith who was the Scottish political economist and philosopher and who became famous for his influential book The Wealth of Nations. Contents of this volume are divided into the following Parts: Of Justice; Of Police; Of Arms; and Of the Laws of Nations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.