The Wealth of Nations · Character
Isocrates
Ancient Greek orator cited for economic observations.
minor
Also known as Isocrates, himself
First appearance: article ii of the expense of the institutions for the education of youth
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See Isocrates in article ii of the expense of the institutions for the education of youth