Excerpt from The Evolution of Modern Capitalism: A Study of Machine Production
A portion of Chapters VIII., IX., and K. Have already appeared in the Contemporary Review and in the Political Science Quarterly Review, and I am indebted to the courtesy of the editors for permission to use them.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines capitalism's evolution through the lens of machine production and the use of steam engines. It argues that machinery has been the central factor in shaping modern industrial capitalism. The author traces the development of machine technology in the textile industry and other sectors, showing how it has transformed the size, structure, and interconnections within and between industries. The book also explores the broader economic and social effects of this technological revolution, including the growth of large-scale businesses and factories, the rise of trusts and monopolies, and the impact on labor markets and the quality of work. Ultimately, the book highlights the complex and often contradictory nature of capitalist development, offering valuable insights into the historical roots of contemporary economic and social issues. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330341629_0
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