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Industrial Capitalism in Canada, 2002.
A discussion of the criticisms that radicals and some trade unionists made of industrial capitalism in Canada 1870-1910.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper will go on to explore some of the criticisms that radical socialists, unions, and worker's councils had about industrial capitalism in Canada. Since most of these movements had socialist, and at the very least left-wing, underpinnings, this paper will also look at the foundations of left-wing thought. This involves taking a look at the pioneering critics of capitalism, which, of course, for the most part centres on Marx and his peers. It also necessitates a look at the dynamics of unionism and why Canadian unionism differed from the kind that was established elsewhere. After providing these details, most of the criticisms on industrial capitalism in Canada will be revealed. Nevertheless, the paper draws to a close with a more detailed summary of the leading rebuffs that industrial capitalism took in the 1870 to 1910 period.
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Agricultural and Industrial Capitalism, 2002.
A look at the fundamental differences between agricultural and industrial capitalism.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 53.95
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This essay will explore how agricultural capitalism is fundamentally different from industrial capitalism. At the same time, it is important to understand the dominance of industrial capitalism on forming many of the economic models in the 19th and 20th century, which brought agricultural capitalism much closer to the mass production/commodity based operation of industrial capitalism.
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Industrial Capitalism, 2003.
Presents views of the under-class as victims of capitalism.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 23.95
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Discusses the standpoint of Marx and Engels in "The Communist Manifesto" and of Jonathan swift in "A Modest Proposal". Considers Swift's satire of Irish children in poverty. Examines Catholicism versus the Church of England.
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"Industrial Capitalism has created an under-class which was far worse off than peasants and farmers, even during the Dark Ages. While Swift captured the pity of his readers at the outset, by concentrating on the poor, starving children in the streets..."
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Towards Post-Industrial Capitalism, 1998.
A critique of the concept of post-industrialism and technological determinism.
1,848 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper examines how the concept of a post-industrial society rests on the assumption that social development is essentially driven by technological change. It draws parallels with the Marxist scenario of social change which ushers in a period of social revolution and a growing class struggle. It also explores how there are significant differences between this and the theoretical model espoused by the exponents of post-industrialism.]
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Technological Determinism
Lean Production
Bibliography
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"Robert L. Heilbroner in his Business Civilisation in Decline defined its core features as: the growing predominance of the tertiary (services) sector over the primary (agriculture and mining) and secondary (manufacturing) sectors of the economy; increasing emphasis on the role of knowledge-based inputs and education; and, finally, a decrease in the highly polarised class conflict of traditional (industrial) capitalism with the emergence of less hierarchical organisational structures more suited to the socio-economic environment of the late 20th century."
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Capitalism and the Industrial Revolution, 2002.
Discusses to what extent capitalism was responsible for the Industrial Revolution in late 18th/early 19th century Britain.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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In his classic work on the Industrial Revolution, T.S. Ashton cites a number of convergent factors, in the latter half of the 18th and early 19th centuries, which together were responsible for the British Industrial Revolution. Given this combination, it is clear that no single factor - such as the rise of capitalism - can be considered the cause of the Industrial Revolution. However, as will be demonstrated, the atmosphere in Great Britain at the end of the 18th and early 19th centuries was favourable to capital savings and investment; an atmosphere that was essential to the development of the Industrial Revolution
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Regulated Capitalism, 2005.
An analysis of the advantages of "regulated capitalism" for the welfare of Canada.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 3 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper suggests that the appropriate role for government to play in shielding Canada from the deleterious effects of rising energy prices is one that reinforces "regulated capitalism" in which the state actively protects citizens from negative impacts of market structures. The paper explains the ideological reasons behind this concept and the idea that supporting the concept of the welfare state in general.
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"The appropriate role for government to play in shielding Canada from the deleterious effects of rising energy prices is one that reinforces "regulated capitalism" in which the state actively protects citizens from negative impacts of market structures. The ideological reasons that support this role for government can be seen as ones that support the concept of the welfare state in general. The position that the appropriate role for government is one of protecting its citizens is the result of centuries of evolution in the popular conception of the state and the proper role for government with respect to the economy."
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The Venture Capital Market in China's IT Industry, 2006.
An examination of the global venture capital market, with specific focus on China.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 124.95
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This document examines the character of venture capital firms in general and in particular on venture capital methods for determining investment targets. The paper concludes that while there are several universally applied criteria, venture capital firms apply them in varying amounts according to the culture and investment preferences of the individual firm. Additionally, the paper examines the venture capital market in China in relation to the Chinese IT industry.
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Capitalism and Education, 2005.
Examines the idea of capitalism within the educational industry.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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In this paper, it is shown that the modern problem of private industry in education is founded by a lack of public improvements in education much needed by school teachers. Since this need is not being met, the system of outsourcing contracts to private industry is in complete consistency with the premise of capitalism. The paper shows that by realizing the commercialization of education in the media through such examples as Channel One, education has become a commodity that is at once expendable and reliant on profit.
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"This study will examine the nature of capitalism that has become a major issue for educational resources within public schools. Through capitalism the idea of 'commodities' becomes the central issue in regards to markets and how they function. Without regulation and proper governmental funding, the quality of education relies upon private industries to initiate better quality through competition. In essence, a capitalist system creates commodities out of education by an over reliance on private industry profits to serve the public needs. The greater reliance on the private industry sector of educational materials and programs has been a growing issue within public schools. The constant under functioning of public schools in relation to books, teacher salaries, and other program needs has been forcing schools to become institutionalized through private educational industry. This dependence relies upon the economic premise of supply and demand, which has been taken over through the private industry."
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?The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism?, 2005.
This paper discusses Max Weber's "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism", which theorizes on the role of religion in the emergence of capitalism in early modern Europe.
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper explains that, in his seminal work "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism", Max Weber provided a new perspective of the emergence of capitalism by asserting that what made Europe or the Occident develop into a capitalist economy was because the majority of its people observed the Protestant ethic as their way of life, rationalizing that people's everyday actions are a pre-requisite for a society to develop into a capitalist economy. The author contends that the development of capitalism in early modern Europe was the result not only of Protestantism but also of Catholicism. The paper states that the generalization that religion had become the catalyst for capitalism to flourish in the continent is supported by the fact that religious institutions before and during the onset of capitalism have dominated the socio-political realms of Western societies, leaving no doubt that they also control the economic activities and institutions present in the society.
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"Indeed, capitalism is "a very complex system of institutions, highly rational in character and the product of a number of developments peculiar to Western civilization." Those who are unable to adapt to these 'complex systems of institutions' and 'rational character' are bound to be left behind in the process, neither achieving development nor economic success. Moreover, those who are unable to adapt to this system are bound to maintain the "anxiety of not knowing" and "fear of damnation." Thus, in order to be included in the capitalist economic system, one has to integrate himself/herself to these complex systems of institutions through labor and attain a rational character by conducting profit-making activities. Through labor and profit-making activities, one involves in the "spirit of capitalism" and accomplishes what Weber has termed as the Protestant ethic."
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The Evolution of Capitalism, 2007.
An analysis of Maximilian Weber's views on the origins of capitalism, based on his work "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism."
6,931 words (approx. 27.7 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 156.95
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This paper explores Maximilian Weber's contribution to theories on the development of capitalism. It particularly bases its arguments on Weber's most controversial work, "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism," written in 1905. The paper discusses Weber's thesis that religion is largely responsible for the different cultures and economic systems of Europe and the Orient.
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Life Influences
The Connection between Capitalism and Calvinism
Weber vs. Marx
Understanding the Role of Religion
The Junker-Class
The Evolution of the Capital System
Conclusion
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"In a feudal system there are no markets. Goods are produced for the individual's consumption and the rest goes to the nobles and King. The capitalist idea is based on the production of surplus. One takes what they need for their own use and then sells the rest for profit. Technology was its driving force in the production of surplus. Crop rotation helped farmers produce more than they needed and they began to sell their surplus in small town markets (Jupp, 2000). Prior to this system, the people were not allowed to trade, as they were not allowed to have surplus. There were laws that prohibited the pricing and trade of goods. Profit making was defined by the Catholic Church as evil and wrong, yet in the church appeared to be able to engage in this activity without worry."
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"The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism", 2007.
This paper is a critical review of Max Weber's theory about the relationship of Protestantism and capitalism as presented in his book "The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism".
1,785 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains that Weber believed that the way of life for Protestants, specifically Calvinism, encouraged the development of western capitalism, which he defined as the pursuit of profit and forever renewed profit. The author points out that Weber identifies two main characteristics of Protestant belief, which encourage the development of Western capitalism: predestination and worldly asceticism. The paper states that Weber indicates that such beliefs create a psychological state of mind, which pressures the Calvinists to lead a successful life, defined in terms of money. The paper relates that some critics argue that it was not religion, which encouraged the development of Western capitalism, but the social exclusion of Protestants from professions; therefore, business offers the Protestants a channel to overcome their persecution. The paper includes quotations.
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"Weber found "Occidental" capitalism to be different from the "other" forms in many respects. Firstly, there was a lack of free labor in the "others" system. Secondly, household work and business work were not separated, as in the west. Personnel property was kept apart from corporate property, rational book-keeping techniques were used, and a rational legal and administrative system existed, which Weber believed played a role to limit speculative and opportunistic capitalism. Finally, Weber also acknowledged the role of technical advancement in playing its part to encourage the development of Occidental capitalism."
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"Death of a Salesman" and Canadian Capitalism, 2008.
An analysis of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" in relation to studies of Canadian capitalism.
1,705 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper looks at how Arthur Miller's play of 1949, "Death of a Salesman", offers a strong commentary on capitalism's expectation that all persons can and will participate strongly in a capitalist environment. Related ideas are those of capitalism best serving 'human nature' in an assumption that all human beings are decisive; strongly motivated by acquiring success or belongings, and that conforming to a capitalist system will bring rewards. It discusses how, however, as Miller's "Death of a Salesman" indicates, some personalities are not at all suited to this range of activities and also, how capitalism will always leave behind some persons who for whatever reason cannot compete ably, or cannot summon all of their resources for the very competitive approach that is required. The paper discusses the myth of capitalism, as seen in the play, and looks at how it relates to what is happening in Canada.
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Introduction
Capitalism as a System and Culture
Capitalism's Dream
More on Markets and Opportunities
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"In relation to Canadian capitalism, Phillips identified three ways in which the present system has not pleased or served Canadians in, first, the market's failure to provide a level of social services or other social infrastructure for the best or 'equal' welfare of the people, second, its production of social gaps so large that the cohesion of the society is threatened and may very well collapse in immense differences between the income levels and living experiences of the poor and the 'middle' classes, and third, no mechanism in the market system to guarantee or even just promote full employment and economic growth. (Political Economy 20) In short, Canadian capitalism has become rather like its American counterpart that so worships market forces while indiscriminately ostracizing or just leaving behind one sector and then another. "
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U.S. Industrial Sectors' Profitability, 2001.
The effect of various sectors' profitability on the U.S. economy based on import and export statistics.
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This is an analysis of U.S. industrial sectors' and their implications on the economy between 1999 and 2000. The writer examines U.S. import and export statistics of sectors such as food, feeds, and beverages, industrial supplies, capital goods, automotive, consumer goods, petroleum, services and others.
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"At the beginning of the year 2001, the U.S. economy was predicted to have high prospects, with signs of recovery from its previous slow down. However, some economists were adamant there would be a slow recovery of the recession in the immediate future [Pine, 2001]. Art Pine was of the opinion that these economists were wrong as the U.S. economy was seeing ?a steady, albeit slow recovery, with the economy growing at about a 1 percent annual rate in the fourth quarter of this year and accelerating gradually toward a 3 percent pace by late 2002.? This prediction could be an imprudent one as one look at the statistics for the rates of exports and imports for the years 1999-2000 [see table]."
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?The Nature and Logic of Capitalism?, 2002.
A review of the book ?The Nature and Logic of Capitalism? by Robert L. Heilbroner.
1,184 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper examines how Robert L. Heilbroner, in "The Nature and Logic of Capitalism", struggles with three difficult-to-define words --?nature?, ?logic? and ?capitalism? and comes to some startling, if not revealing, opinions on capitalism. It evaluates his theory that ?nature? is the innate ability or power to create relationships and it wields this ability in a structured ?logic?, the end result, which is a ?regime? known as ?capitalism.? It looks at how he analyzes capitalism not as a ?mere economic system? but as a ?regime.? A ?regime,? indicating a ruling power structure empowered to make and enforce change.
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"Heilbroner, acknowledging and confirming Marx, then posits the theory that competition among capitalists, left unchecked, would drive profits to zero. Marx stopped at this point, satisfied with his theories of the challenges of surplus value. Heilbroner takes Marx further by suggesting that Marx?s ?factors of production" (land, labor, capital) are not comparable or equivalent entities and produce wealth only when workers act upon land. That is the ?nature? of the beast. Heilbroner, then, sees the ?logic? of this ?nature? as having several distinctive features. The first was that capitalists, as holders of social power, were independent of the state's control ever the means of production, and over the socializing ?nature? of the state."
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Marx?s Capitalism, 2002.
A discussion of Karl Marx?s theories on capitalism with a focus on the monopolization of capital.
2,850 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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This paper examines the beliefs of Karl Marx, the co-founder of communism and also a philosopher, revolutionary thinker and economist. It shows how he was a student of capitalism and his seminal thoughts on the dominant political economy of his time (and ours) are as relevant today as in the hey days of Soviet communism and its ascendancy in several parts of the world. It shows how his theories about the accumulation of wealth by the capitalist, the ?surplus value? and the monopolistic tendency of the capitalistic economy give us a perspective of capitalism that continues to make the works of Karl Marx relevant in a post-communist twenty-first century.
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A Stage of Social Development
How Does Money Accumulate with the Capitalist?
Where Does the Capitalist Get the Capital in the First Place?
Why does the Laborer work for the Capitalist?
The Big Fish eat the Small Fish
Competition itself Breeds Monopoly
Political Influence of Large Corporations
Constant Improvement
The Rich get Richer
Excess Capacity: Looking for Space
Unemployment in Capitalist Societies: A Deliberate Ploy?
Will Capitalism Continue to Survive?
Constant Improvement
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"The Marxist explanation of Capitalism is based on the surplus value provided by the laborer to the capitalist that lets him to accumulate capital and make his profit. The question, however arises that why does the worker work for the capitalist instead of working for himself and keeping the surplus value. Capitalism, by definition is a system in which the producers are the employees and do not have the means to own the equipment and material needed to produce the commodities. Although in certain societies and cases the workers may be forced to offer themselves as labor for the capitalists through coercion, more often than not, the conditions in most capitalist societies are such that the laborers? own equipment and other resources simply cannot compete with those of the capitalist."
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