Capitalism Reloaded: The Rise of the Authoritarian-Financial Complex (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781529233858)

Available Open Access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND license. In Capitalism Reloaded, Peter Bloom charts a pivotal shift from the well-known military-industrial complex to a new 'Authoritarian-Financial Complex'. Unlike its predecessor, which centred on armaments and defence, this emerging power structure fuses financial interests with advanced surveillance and digital control, turning social repression into a lucrative industry. Bloom introduces a ground breaking theory of 'complex power', where control itself becomes a central driver of capitalism, shaping economies and societies. Bloom explores how this insatiable demand for security and profit extends beyond traditional authoritarian regimes, permeating everyday life and eroding democratic freedoms. This book challenges readers to confront the deep entanglements of modern capitalism before they solidify into a techno-authoritarian order.

Author: Peter Bloom
ISBN-10: 1529233852
ISBN-13: 9781529233858
Publisher: Bristol University Press
Language: English
Published: 05/27/2025
Pages: 270
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.57d