TY - BOOK AU - Field,Jacob AU - Taylor,Matthew TI - Is capitalism working?: a primer for the 21st century T2 - The Big Idea. A primer for the 21st century SN - 9780500293676 AV - HB501 .F54 2018 PY - 2018/// CY - New York, New York PB - Thames & Hudson Inc. KW - Capitalism KW - Economic history KW - 20th century KW - Devoloping countries KW - Economic conditions N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 136-137) and index; How capitalism evolved -- How modern capitalism works -- Capitalism in crisis -- Adapting the capitalist model -- Conclusion -- Further reading -- Picture credits N2 - Is Capitalism Working? is a highly relevant question today--not least to a generation coming of age in a world still experiencing aftershocks from the near-meltdown of the world economy in 2008. Economic theory can be complex, but Jacob Field's well-structured and thought-provoking text lays out the debate in a clear, accessible and engaging manner. Infographics and timelines ensure that readers grasp the basic tenets, history and context of capitalism, without distracting from the compelling arguments. Jacob Field presents a measured conclusion that reviews the evidence on each side, allowing room for the reader to draw his or her own conclusions ER -