John Atkinson Hobson Knihy

Je politicko-ekonomický diskurs o negativních finančních, ekonomických a morálních aspektech imperialismu jako nacionalistického podnikání. Hobson tvrdí, že kapitalistická obchodní činnost přinesla imperialismus.

Focusing on the complexities of unemployment, this foundational work delves into its meaning, causes, and societal impacts while proposing potential remedies. Hobson critiques classical economic theories and anticipates the Neoclassical approach, making his insights particularly relevant for economists. The book includes chapters on measuring unemployment and exploring minor and root causes, alongside discussions on economic remedies and trade depression. This modern reissue also features an introductory chapter from Hobson's "Problems of Poverty," appealing to both scholars and collectors of economic literature.

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First published in 1906, The Evolution of Modern Capitalism is a classic work of economic history by the renowned British economist John A. Hobson. Hobson traces the development of capitalism from its origins in medieval Europe through the industrial revolution and into the early twentieth century, exploring the political, social, and economic factors that drove its evolution.

Focusing on the distribution of wealth, this work delves into various acts of distribution related to labor, land, and capital within industrial processes. Hobson critiques classical economic theories and offers insights into underconsumption, while exploring key concepts such as wages, interest, rent, and market mechanisms. Originally published in 1910, the book also includes an introductory chapter from Hobson's earlier work, providing context for his economic theories. The modern edition aims to make this influential text more accessible to contemporary readers.

Exploring the human costs of industrial capitalism, this treatise by John Atkinson Hobson critiques the individualistic nature of private enterprise and highlights the social implications of production. It presents foundational concepts such as the human standard of value and the creative factors in production, making it a significant early work in assessing social costs. Hobson's insights have influenced liberal thought across generations, particularly in discussions surrounding welfare. The modern edition includes an introductory chapter from his later work on poverty.