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Joseph Alois Schumpeter

Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1942

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Essay Topics

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How is it possible to understand Marx without considering him a philosopher? In what other ways is it possible to understand him? Discuss with reference to Part 1 of Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy.

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“The demise of capitalism has more to do with the growing weakness of the bourgeoisie than the growing strength of their opponents.” Why does Schumpeter believe the bourgeoisie will grow weak? In what ways will capitalism destroy itself?

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To what extent is Marxism a religion? How does it conceal this?