Introducing Capitalism: A Graphic Guide (Introducing... Series)

ASIN: B00KFEK060Capitalism now dominates the globe, both in economics andideology, shapes every aspect of our world and influenceseverything from laws, wars and government to interpersonalrelationships. Introducing Capitalism tells the story of itsremarkable and often ruthless rise, evolving through strife andstruggle as much as innovation and enterprise.Dan Cryan and Sharron Shatil, with Piero's brilliant graphics,cover the major economic, social and political developments thatshaped the world we live in, such as the rise of banking, thefounding of America and the Opium Wars.The book explores theleading views for and against, including thinkers like Adam Smith,Karl Marx, Theodor Adorno and Milton Friedman, the connectionsbetween them and their historical context.Few ideas have had as much impact on our everyday lives ascapitalism. Introducing Capitalism is the essential companion.