What was Sombart's theory of capitalism's spirit?
My central idea revolves around the 'spirit' of capitalism. I argued that capitalism is not merely a system of production and exchange but is imbued with a specific ethos, a way of life driven by a particular set of values and motivations. This spirit, which I sought to identify and trace historically, involves a rational pursuit of profit, the calculation of gain, and a drive for accumulation, often linked to a particular mindset and a departure from older, more traditional economic orders.
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