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The Origin of Capitalism

byEllen Meiksins Wood

In The Origin of Capitalism, a now-classic work of history, Ellen Meiksins Wood offers readers a clear and accessible introduction to the theories and debates concerning the birth of capitalism, imperialism, and the modern nation state. Capitalism is not a natural and inevitable consequence of human nature, nor simply an extension of age-old practices of trade and commerce. Rather, it is a late and localized product of very specific historical conditions, which required great transformations in social relations and in the relationship between humans and nature.

Language

en

Published on

14/03/2017

Pages

224

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9781786630681

Who is this book for? Readers interested in the historical development of economic systems and their implications on society.

Topics Nation-state formationEcological degradationCapitalist developmentAgricultural crisisSocial transformationTrade networksAnti-eurocentrismGlobalizationImperialismEconomic historyEconomic CrisesSocial Class
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