James Fulcher
Capitalism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198726074
- author:
- James Fulcher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 17.3 x 1.3 x 11.4 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Economics, Economic Policy & Development
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Capitalism: A Very Short Introduction explores the concept of capitalism, its history, and its various forms around the world. The book delves into the development of capitalism through detailed case studies, including the tulipomania of 17th century Holland, the Great Depression of the 1930s, and the impact of the global financial crisis of 2007-08.
James Fulcher examines the different forms of capitalism in Britain, Japan, Sweden, and the United States, and discusses whether capitalism has escaped the nation-state by going global. The book also explores alternative forms of economic organisation, including socialism, communal and cooperative experiments, and the alternatives proposed by environmentalists.
This introduction provides a concise and accessible overview of capitalism, making it an ideal starting point for anyone looking to understand this complex and multifaceted economic system.
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