Ages of American Capitalism

Tracing the evolution of capitalism in the United States from colonial times to the present day, this ambitious single-volume history explores how the country's economic growth is intertwined with American life. Through four distinct ages of commerce, capital, control, and chaos, economic historian Jonathan Levy argues that we have reached a turning point that will define the era ahead. With striking inequalities and a lack of oversight leading to the crash of 2008, this is a timely and essential guide to understanding American history and the current state of the economy.