Capitalism by Sven Beckert
A Global History
Capitalism is a global history of the system from the 15th century to the present, tracing its roots in merchant networks across Asia, Africa and Europe. It emphasizes the role of state power, imperial expansion, coercion and resistance in shaping capitalist development rather than portraying it as a natural outcome of free markets. The book decentrers Eurocentric narratives and follows capitalism’s transformations into the modern era, including the rise of Asian economies.
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- Published
- 2025
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1344
- Original Language
- English
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