Imperialism And The Social Classes (1951) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162556932)

Imperialism and the Social Classes is a book written by Joseph A. Schumpeter and published in 1951. The book is an analysis of the relationship between imperialism and social classes. Schumpeter argues that imperialism is not solely driven by economic factors, but is also influenced by the interests of social classes. He suggests that imperialism is a result of the struggle between different social classes for power and resources.Schumpeter examines the historical development of imperialism, from the ancient empires of Rome and China to the modern colonialism of the 19th and 20th centuries. He argues that imperialism is a natural outcome of capitalist development, as the accumulation of wealth and power by the ruling class leads to the desire for expansion and domination.The book also explores the impact of imperialism on different social classes, including the working class, the middle class, and the ruling class. Schumpeter suggests that imperialism can benefit some social classes while harming others, depending on their respective positions in the global power structure.Overall, Imperialism and the Social Classes is a comprehensive analysis of the complex relationship between imperialism and social classes. Schumpeter's insights into the historical and economic factors that drive imperialism continue to be relevant today, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of global power and inequality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Joseph A. Schumpeter
ISBN-10: 1162556935
ISBN-13: 9781162556932
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/31/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.52d