The Theory of Moral Sentiments. London: A. Millar, A. Kincaid and J. Bell, 1759. — SMITH, ADAM. 1723-1790.

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Sale: Bonhams — Extraordinary Books and Manuscripts, New York · 12 March 2019
Record ID: TB-2026-839917
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Smith, Adam. 1723-1790., The Theory of Moral Sentiments. London: A. Millar, A. Kincaid and J. Bell, 1759. Bonhams, 12 Mar 2019, lot 2013. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-839917.

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Smith, Adam. 1723-1790., The Theory of Moral Sentiments. London: A. Millar, A. Kincaid and J. Bell, 1759. Bonhams, 12 Mar 2019, lot 2013. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-839917.

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