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The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism

by: Max Weber
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book explores the relationship between the ethics of ascetic Protestantism and the emergence of the spirit of modern capitalism, arguing that Protestant religious ideas influenced the development of capitalism. It examines how the Calvinist emphasis on hard work, discipline, and frugality became integral to capitalist culture and economic success.

Key points:

1. Spirit of Capitalism: Weber defines it as valuing hard work, saving, and systematic living, not just to get rich but as a moral way of life.

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