The Anxious Triumph

Discover a profound exploration of global capitalism through 'The Anxious Triumph.' Authored by acclaimed historian Donald Sassoon, this compelling paperback provides an in-depth analysis of capitalism's evolution from its ancient roots to its contemporary dominance. With 800 pages of insightful scholarship, readers will gain a fresh perspective on how capitalism affects societies worldwide, simultaneously creating winners and losers. Sassoon delves into pivotal historical events, such as the unifications of Italy and Germany, the Meiji Restoration, and the establishment of welfare states, demonstrating how these changes shaped modern economies. This essential read addresses the complexities and anxieties surrounding capitalism, arguing for the need for a nurturing state to temper its innate instability. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those keen to understand the economic forces driving our world, 'The Anxious Triumph' is not just a book—it's a vital discussion on the social implications of capitalism. Experience this masterful piece that challenges conventional narratives and sparks debate. With its engaging prose and thorough research, this title is a must-have for any library focused on economic history, political science, or social theory. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey through the intricate interplay of state, market, and society in the modern world.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141986555
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 800


Description:
Capitalist enterprise has existed in some form since ancient times, but the globalization and dominance of capitalism as a system began in the 1860s, when states all over the world developed their modern political frameworks- the unifications of Italy and Germany, the establishment of a republic in France, the elimination of slavery in the American south, the Meiji Restoration in Japan, the emancipation of the serfs in Tsarist Russia. This book magnificently explores how, after the upheavals of industrialisation, a truly global capitalism followed. For the first time in the history of humanity, a social system was able to provide a high level of consumption for the majority. Today, capitalism dominates the world.

With wide-ranging scholarship, Donald Sassoon analyses the impact of capitalism on the histories of many different states, and how it creates winners and losers by constantly innovating. This chronic instability produces the anxious triumph of his title. To alleviate such anxieties it was necessary to create a national community, to develop a welfare state, to intervene in the market economy, and to protect it from foreign competition. Capitalists needed a state to discipline them, to nurture them, and to sacrifice a few to save the rest- a state overseeing the war of all against all.

Vigorous, argumentative, surprising and constantly stimulating, The Anxious Triumph gives a fresh perspective on all these questions and on its era. It is a masterpiece by one of Britain's most engaging and wide-ranging historians.


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