Capitalism and its Critics Capitalism in Social and Political Theory

"Amid so much empty rhetoric and shallow theory about capitalism, pro and contra, Delanty and Harris have provided us with a book that is as lucid as it is incisive. Understanding capitalism as an intrinsically historical phenomenon, they trace its development as a concrete historical formation but also explore the evolutions in theory that have sought to understand it. This is a book that should be read widely especially by those today who would seek to create a politics to confront the destructive effects of capital."

Michael J. Thompson, Professor of Political Theory, William Paterson University, USA

"This outstanding book is a comprehensive guide to theories and critiques of capitalism, by two leading critical theorists."

William Outhwaite, Emeritus Professor of Sociology, University of Newcastle, UK

"In concise and clear prose, Delanty and Harris line up all the great authors of the past to understand the past, present and future of capitalism. This is the book you need if you want to anticipate the coming crash!"

Frederic Vandenberghe, Professor of Sociology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil