HIST 40.02 The Intellectual History of Capitalism
Since its inception capitalism has not only been an economic endeavor but also an intellectual challenge. Critics and boosters of capitalism have debated questions such as these: Is capitalism natural? Is capitalism equitable, or should it be? Does capitalism require a specific type of society and politics? This reading-intensive course introduces students to key texts about capitalism since the mid-19th century. Authors covered include Marx, Mill, Veblen, Keynes, Hayek, Polyani, Friedman, Foucault, and Piketty.
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Class of 2023 and Before Major Dist: INTER; Class of 2024 and Beyond Major Dist: EUR, modern. Prior to Spring 2021, this course was numbered HIST 9.04.