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

By: Contributor(s): Series: Big idea (Thames and Hudson)Publisher: New York, New York : Thames & Hudson Inc., 2018Description: 143 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 23 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780500293676
  • 0500293678
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • HB501 .F54 2018
Contents:
How capitalism evolved -- How modern capitalism works -- Capitalism in crisis -- Adapting the capitalist model -- Conclusion -- Further reading -- Picture credits.
Summary: 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.
Holdings
Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Book Book NMC Library Stacks HB501 .F54 2018 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 33039001483857

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

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

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.

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