A Critical Theory of Economic Compulsion 1st Edition

Capture a new lens on capitalism with A Critical Theory of Economic Compulsion (1st Edition) by Werner Bonefeld. This incisive work challenges conventional economic narratives, arguing that compulsion — not just choice — structures markets, labor and state power. Ideal for scholars, students and thoughtful readers, Bonefeld presents theory grounded in real-world political economy.

Bonefeld’s prose balances rigorous analysis with accessible clarity. He maps how economic pressures shape everyday life, revealing mechanisms that reproduce inequality across societies. Drawing on critical theory and Marxist traditions, the book examines state-market relations, the politics of labor, and the ideological practices that normalize coercive economic arrangements. Readers gain conceptual tools to critically assess neoliberal policy, austerity measures and contemporary governance in both advanced and emerging economies.

This edition is essential for university courses in political economy, sociology, and critical theory, and for activists and policymakers seeking deeper explanations for systemic social strains. It situates global trends alongside regional impacts, making it relevant to audiences in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond.

If you want a thought-provoking, academically rigorous yet readable guide to understanding how economic compulsion shapes modern life, this title belongs on your shelf. Order your copy today to deepen your grasp of power, markets and social change — and to join the ongoing conversation on alternatives to coercive economic systems.

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