Inquiry into Yan Fu's Theory of Value-Based on Yan Fu's Marginalia in the Source Text of The Wealth of Nations
In 1901,Yan Fu translated Adam Smith's seminal work in political economy,The Wealth of Na-tions,into Chinese for the first time,titling it Yuan Fu.This article utilizes the rare first-hand material of Yan Fu's marginalia in the source text of The Wealth of Nations to meticulously analyze his marginal notes pertaining to the theory.It delves into the intricate interplay between Yan Fu's and Smith's ideas,encompassing dia-logue,collision,and even instances of rejection.Through this analysis,this paper reveals Yan Fu's compre-hension,reinterpretation,and insights behind his translation endeavor.
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