James Fulcher

Benefited from being written by a Brit, instead of an American. Whereas the latter would almost invariably be an uncritical cheerleader for captialism, Fulcher maintains a certain distance that allows him to see both benefits and drawbacks. This overview did not touch on the topics of particular interest to me (e.g., how the introduction of aggressive capitalistic consumerism into more traditional societies can be disorienting and destructive)-- it is, after all, I suppose, only a "very short introduction"--what it does provide is useful and accessible.… (plus d'informations)