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Capitalism: A Conversation in Critical Theory First Edition

by Nancy Fraser (Author), Rachel Jaeggi (Author), Brian Milstein (Editor)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 44 ratings
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In this important new book, Nancy Fraser and Rahel Jaeggi take a fresh look at the big questions surrounding the peculiar social form known as “capitalism,” upending many of our commonly held assumptions about what capitalism is and how to subject it to critique. They show how, throughout its history, various regimes of capitalism have relied on a series of institutional separations between economy and polity, production and social reproduction, and human and non-human nature, periodically readjusting the boundaries between these domains in response to crises and upheavals. They consider how these “boundary struggles” offer a key to understanding capitalism’s contradictions and the multiple forms of conflict to which it gives rise.

What emerges is a renewed crisis critique of capitalism which puts our present conjuncture into broader perspective, along with sharp diagnoses of the recent resurgence of right-wing populism and what would be required of a viable Left alternative. This major new book by two leading critical theorists will be of great interest to anyone concerned with the nature and future of capitalism and with the key questions of progressive politics today.
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    0745671578
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    978-0745671574
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    First Edition
  4. Publisher
    Polity Pr
  5. Publication date
    July 23, 2018
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    6 x 1 x 9 inches
  8. Print length
    244 pages
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"As the world is caught up in a whirlwind of multiple crises - social, ecological, political, civilizational - we desperately need to get our hands on and shut down the source. In this book, two of the most acute minds in critical theory point their fingers towards capitalism. Fraser in particular elaborates on her path-breaking 'unifying' theory of capitalism as a system resting on several hidden abodes that it cannot live without and cannot avoid wrecking. This is the sort of sober and passionate thinking we need in a world careening out of control."
--Andreas Malm, Lund University

"Fraser and Jaeggi supply an eloquent, well-reasoned, and thorough account of the key institution of our time - capitalism. For them, capitalism is not only a mode of production but also an institutional order or form of life. Those who have followed Fraser's discussion of recognition or justice, or read Jaeggi on the actuality of alienation, will cherish this brilliant contribution to understanding the world in which we live."
--Robin Blackburn, University of Essex

"An engaging and probing conversation between two eminent scholars on how to unravel the key problems of a troubled contemporary capitalism."
--David Harvey, City University of New York

About the Author

Nancy Fraser is Henry A. & Louise Loeb Professor of Political & Social Science at the New School for Social Research

Rahel Jaeggi is Professor of Practical Philosophy at the Humboldt University of Berlin

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Polity Pr; First Edition (July 23, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 244 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0745671578
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0745671574
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 44 ratings

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Ian Shine
5.0 out of 5 stars Written as a conversation
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2020
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The first thing that strikes you about this book is that it is written as a conversation between its authors, Nancy Fraser and Rahel Jaeggi. This is a novel stance, and makes what is some pretty weighty and dense material slightly easier to digest.
It's still very much a heavyweight book, as the subtitle about "critical theory" would suggest. Anyone after a light introduction may be best to look elsewhere.
The book is split into four parts - Conceptualizing Capitalism, Historicizing Capitalism, Criticizing Capitalism and Contesting Capitalism. It's about 200 pages, which doesn't make it a Piketty-esque doorstop, but there is much to chew on here, particularly if you are interested in the potential sustainability of the capitalist system. Are we slowly entering a post-capitalist world?
Leading us from the roots of capitalism to the potential routes it might take in future, this is a valuable addition to the discourse.
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Noah
5.0 out of 5 stars A serious contribution to the literature
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2018
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This book is literally portrayed as a conversation between the authors and in this way enables you to have access to their discussions of thought in this interesting area. The authors are both working separately but have been brought together for this project to see what sparks between them and give us insights into their own mindsets on the subject. Separated into four sections, the book looks at the concepts around capitalism, the history of it, critiquing capitalism and contesting it too. This framework allows a thorough investigation of much current thought and will guide the reader through their conversations.
Their moral critique of capitalism is a worthwhile read in itself, as they raise the cores of many of the most serious issues (p120-130). This book is something which is timely for the Trump era of politics and the discussions are at a high academic level which will satisfy the serious student or political reader at any level. The existence of these discussions themselves are evidence of great thinking in the academic world on these important matters and a great resource for future study - I can see a lot of footnotes in BA essays to this book in the future. The end notes are comprehensive and very helpful in every way, and the subject index is adequate.

This is a serious contribution to the literature on the subject and should be considered as helpful reading and a good source of other materials by mining the endnotes.
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Margaret7
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb source of quality, understandable information
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2018
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This is a very interesting read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of capitalism and its roots. The book has a very interesting way of sharing the information, too - it is all set out as a conversation between the two authors. And very refreshing it is too, as it gives so much more breadth of understanding for the reader, as you read through the thoughts and points of view as the conversation proceeds. This is academic quality information, with superb referencing in the back, but it is written in such an approachable way that a layperson (like myself) has little problem understanding the concepts. We learn about the history, growth and responsive iterations of this dominating paradigm. If you want to understand capitalism, where it came from and what may be possible from here on in, and you are bored rigid by economic theory, this is definitely the book for you.
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Things And Stuff
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 28, 2021
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Really well written and researched. A really interesting and informative read.
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Chipper
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2018
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If you are a critical thinker and would like a hefty dose of what Capitalism is all about then this book is for you. It is very in-depth and by no means, a light read. Primarily it looks at the history, the roots of Capitalism and right through to the modern day where the right have made a resurgence in the world and we are seeing a shift with some regression to darker times. Capitalism has grown we are seeing the extremism which some people are saying is the sign that Capitalism is going to come to a cataclysmic end. Whether that is right or not remains to be seen. We are also seeing the left starting to make an appearance again after years in the wilderness, with the rise Bernie Sanders and Jeremy Corbyn and Democratic Socialism. I personally hope Neoliberalism is coming to an end as it has caused so much poverty, homelessness and pain.

The index is short only mentioning Conceptualising Capitalism, Historising Capitalism, Criticising Capitalism, and Contesting Capitalism. The book is based on a heading type statement and an explanation-type format, with a reasoned argument/explanation put forward by Prof. Nancy Fraser and Prof. Rahel Jaeggi. The book reads very much like a conversation between two people who give their views opening about each topic and may or may not agree with one another. Their expertise on the subject are never in doubt and is based on a sound political, historical, ecological and civilisational foundation. It doesn't read as a normal tome on politics, so that makes a bit of a change. Worth dipping into and learning more about this complex subject.
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