{"product_id":"the-structure-of-world-history-9780822356653","title":"The Structure of World History","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeeks to understand both Capital-Nation-State, the interlocking system that is the dominant form of modern global society, and the possibilities for superseding it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In place of a singular conception of development, Karatani envisions a truly world-historical perspective. Moreover, his unique approach to world history demonstrates the value of establishing a more constructive dialogue between philosophy, anthropology, sociology, economics and historical studies.” -- Yamoi Pham * Journal of World Systems Theory *\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Structure of World History\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for anybody who is interested in a universal master narrative being in search not only for power of resistance against this system but also for possible ways ‘to transcend the capitalist social formation from within’ (p. 291).” -- Steffi Richter * H-Asia, H-Net Reviews *\u003cbr\u003e“Well argued, and with a highly approachable translation by Michael Bourdaghs, this work is both an excellent entry point for those unfamiliar with Karatani’s previous work, and an excellent continuation of the themes he has previously explored. By providing such an ambitious and innovative work, Karatani offers much to the fields of anthropology, sociology and historical study, as well as a starting point for theorists interested in the concept of mode D and the promises it contains.” -- Wesley R. Bishop * Capital \u0026amp; Class *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTranslator's Note vii\u003cbr\u003e Author's Preface to the English Translation ix\u003cbr\u003e Preface xiii\u003cbr\u003e Introduction. On Modes of Exchange 1\u003cbr\u003e Part I. Mini World Systems 29\u003cbr\u003e 1. The Sedentary Revolution 35\u003cbr\u003e 2. The Gift and Magic 50\u003cbr\u003e Part II. World-Empire 57\u003cbr\u003e 3. The State 63\u003cbr\u003e 4. World Money 81\u003cbr\u003e 5. World Empires 104\u003cbr\u003e 6. Universal Religions 127\u003cbr\u003e Part III. The Modern World System 157\u003cbr\u003e 7. The Modern State 165\u003cbr\u003e 8. Industrial Capital 182\u003cbr\u003e 9. Nation 209\u003cbr\u003e 10. Associationism 228\u003cbr\u003e Part IV. The Present and the Future 265\u003cbr\u003e 11. The Stages of Global Capitalism and Repetition 267\u003cbr\u003e 12. Toward a World Republic 285\u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments 309\u003cbr\u003e Notes 311\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography 339\u003cbr\u003e Index","brand":"Duke University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49406080975191,"sku":"9780822356653","price":80.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780822356653.jpg?v=1730494460","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-structure-of-world-history-9780822356653","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}