Debate on Capitalism
Prof. Nadeem Mansour
Wed 12:10 – 2:00 pm
MDES GU415I | Call Number 17027
Within the literature on the history of capitalism there is a lively debate that seeks to explain the world-historical transition from feudal and tributary modes of production to the capitalist mode of production. Substantial issues raised in this debate include the question of whether capitalism can be characterized as a mode of production dominated by the exploitation of free labour; the role of international trade in the origin and development of capitalism; and the role of agriculture in promoting a transition to capitalism. Ultimately, the aim of the course is to more clearly understand the place of non-European polities and peoples in the history and development of capitalism.
