A comprehensive global history of capitalism that explores its origins, evolution, and implications for contemporary society. Sven Beckert examines the development of capitalist systems from early modern Europe through colonial expansion, industrialization, and up to the present globalized economy. Integrating economic, political, and cultural analysis, the book offers a sweeping account of how capitalism shaped nations, social structures, labor systems, imperial hierarchies, and modern financial institutions, providing rich context for understanding the dynamics and consequences of global capitalism