In this short, highly readable book, the master of world-systems theory provides a succinct anatomy of capitalism over the past five hundred years. Considering the way capitalism has changed and evolved over the centuries, and what has remained constant, he outlines its chief characteristics. In par
Historical capitalism [with] Capitalist civilization
✍ Scribed by Wallerstein, Immanuel
- Publisher
- Verso Books
- Year
- 1995;2014
- Tongue
- English
- Category
- Library
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
✦ Subjects
Capitalism;Capitalism--History;Economic history;History;Capitalism -- History
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