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R. H. Tawney critiques the selfish individualism inherent in modern industrial societies, arguing that capitalism fosters economic self-interest which results in aimless production driven by greed. He contends that this acquisitiveness distorts industrialism and, by extension, nationalism leads to imperialism and a flawed balance of power strategy, culminating in unnecessary conflicts. Tawney's analysis highlights the moral and social implications of economic systems, urging a reevaluation of societal values in the face of rampant materialism.
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The Acquisitive Society, R. H. Tawney
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- Released
- 2023
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- R. H. Tawney
- Publisher
- Binker North
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 94
- ISBN13
- 9781774419700
- Series
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- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, Business, Business & Management, Political Science & Politics, Philosophical Topics, Politics, Economics, Sociology
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- 5 out of 5
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- R. H. Tawney critiques the selfish individualism inherent in modern industrial societies, arguing that capitalism fosters economic self-interest which results in aimless production driven by greed. He contends that this acquisitiveness distorts industrialism and, by extension, nationalism leads to imperialism and a flawed balance of power strategy, culminating in unnecessary conflicts. Tawney's analysis highlights the moral and social implications of economic systems, urging a reevaluation of societal values in the face of rampant materialism.