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Record Nr.

UNINA9910793900003321

Autore

Field Jacob

Titolo

Is capitalism working? : a primer for the 21st century / / Jacob Field ; general editor, Matthew Taylor

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London ; ; New York, New York : , : Thames & Hudson Inc., , [2018]

©2018

ISBN

0-500-77434-X

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (143 pages) : illustrations, map

Collana

Big Idea

Disciplina

330.122

Soggetti

Capitalism

Economic history

Economic history - 20th century

Devoloping countries Economic conditions

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (pages 136-137) and index.

Nota di contenuto

How capitalism evolved -- How modern capitalism works -- Capitalism in crisis -- Adapting the capitalist model -- Conclusion -- Further reading -- Picture credits.

Sommario/riassunto

Is Capitalism Working? is a highly relevant question today--not least to a generation coming of age in a world still experiencing aftershocks from the near-meltdown of the world economy in 2008. Economic theory can be complex, but Jacob Field's well-structured and thought-provoking text lays out the debate in a clear, accessible and engaging manner. Infographics and timelines ensure that readers grasp the basic tenets, history and context of capitalism, without distracting from the compelling arguments. Jacob Field presents a measured conclusion that reviews the evidence on each side, allowing room for the reader to draw his or her own conclusions.