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Written by Bernard Mandeville, this seminal work delves into the complexities of human behavior, economic systems, and social order by using the allegory of bees and their hive. The book examines the role of self-interest in the functioning of society and the economy, offering a critical perspective on the moral and ethical implications of individual actions within a collective framework.
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