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Title Capitalism / edited by Richard Smalbach
Published New York : Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services, 2015

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Description 1 online resource
Series Political and economic systems
Political & economic systems.
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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Subject Capitalism -- Juvenile literature
JUVENILE NONFICTION -- Business & Economics.
Capitalism
Genre/Form Juvenile works
Form Electronic book
Author Smalbach, Richard
ISBN 9781622753604
1622753607