Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
Political and economic systems |
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Political & economic systems.
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Contents |
Chapter 1. What is capitalism? -- chapter 2. Elements and characteristics of free markets -- chapter 3. Business and market cycles -- chapter 4. Types of market economies -- chapter 5. Perspectives on capitalism -- chapter 6. Defense and criticisms of capitalism |
Summary |
Capitalism is first and foremost an economic system that prizes free and competitive markets, private ownership, and a comparatively small role for government intervention and regulation. Yet capitalism also has many political undertones and has become associated with notions of freedom, individualism, self-determination, and anti-unionism. As a political and economic philosophy, it was a major player in the Cold War, squaring off against communism and seemingly triumphing. The colorful history of this economic system that doubles as a political philosophy is recounted here, from Medieval-era experiments in agraian capitalism and mercantilism to the 21st century digital economiy and bitcoins. This is a fascinating and provocative read and an immersive journey through the political and economic history of the modern world |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
Subject |
Capitalism -- Juvenile literature
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JUVENILE NONFICTION -- Business & Economics.
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Capitalism
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Genre/Form |
Juvenile works
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Form |
Electronic book
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Author |
Smalbach, Richard
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ISBN |
9781622753604 |
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1622753607 |
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