Capitalism and the Jews
Categories: Business & Money, History
Capitalism and the Jews is a 2010 book by historian Jerry Z. Muller of the Catholic University of America. In four essays he examines the long relationship between Jews and the market economy, from medieval usury laws through modern European thought, the economic roots of antisemitism and the role of capitalism in Jewish political life.
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- Fareed Zakaria: “He takes a fascinating look at how Jews have shaped capitalism and vice-versa, from medieval times to today -- one of the most fascinating relationships in history.”