The Sociology of Greed

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Focusing on the greed of financial leaders, this book analyzes early-twentieth century Bengal's banking crises within the context of colonial capitalism, highlighting the resulting institutional and social collapse. It innovatively explores the moral economy of capitalism and money culture by centering on the victims of these crises. The work integrates sociological analyses of political economy with archival records, surveys, statistical data, and literary narratives, offering a comprehensive view of the impact of financial institutions on society.