The Relentless Revolution: A History of Capitalism

The unlikely development of a potent historical force, told with grace, insight, and authority by one of our best historians.



With its deep roots and global scope, the capitalist system provides the framework for our lives. It is a framework of constant change, sometimes measured and predictable, sometimes drastic and out of control. Yet what is now ubiquitous was not always so. Capitalism took shape centuries ago, starting with a handful of isolated changes in farming, trade, and manufactur...