Which book is often referred to as the "Bible of Capitalism"?

The book that is well known among economists and is often referred to as the "Bible of Capitalism" is titled "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations" (shortened to "The Wealth of Nations"). It is an essential guide to and reference on capitalism with its many languages, customs, and practices. Adam Smith, a Scottish philosopher and political economist wrote the book to discuss concepts like supply and demand, and developments like globalization.

This capitalist’s bible is a primer that clarifies, informs, and answers questions which address and try to understand difficult political economics. Many experts on capitalism have noted that the book is rambling, polemical, and rather cavalier with evidence. It is not a work of science. "The Wealth of Nations" (“Bible” of capitalism") is full to overflowing with fables, sayings, moral tales, vignettes, parables and myths.

This book argues that money in and of itself did not constitute wealth. It is merely a marker. It argues three basic principles and, by plain thinking and examples, tries to prove them. Most people find that they have no trouble understanding Smith's ideas. Economic progress depends upon a trinity of prerogatives: pursuit of self-interest, division of labor, and freedom of trade.

The stories in the book make accessible various ideas concerning the ideology of capitalism, offering not a carefully argued synthesis but a vast story book that tries to capture a person's imagination.