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Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism

David Harvey
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Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

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David Harvey

Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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In Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism, David Harvey explores capitalism's inherent contradictions that affect individuals globally. Harvey examines systemic issues, focusing on economic instability, environmental impacts, and social inequalities, while contemplating potential pathways for transformative change. The work underscores the importance of understanding capitalism's complexity to envision a more equitable future.

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David Harvey’s Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism offers incisive analysis on capitalism’s inherent flaws. Critics praise its depth and clarity, though some find it overly theoretical and lacking in actionable solutions. Ultimately, it stimulates critical reflection on economic systems and their future.

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Who Should Read Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism?

Ideal for readers interested in economic theory, social critique, and Marxism, those drawn to Seventeen Contradictions and the End of Capitalism would also appreciate works like Thomas Piketty's Capital in the Twenty-First Century and Naomi Klein's This Changes Everything.

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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