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964468
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b718838
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O'Brien, George,1892-1973.
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An essay on the economic effects of the reformation /\ by George O'Brien.
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| Publication Statement
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Norfolk, VA :: IHS Press,, 2003.
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1 online resource (157 pages) :: illustrations
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0971828628
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: 1932528326
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: 1932528954
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: 9780971828629
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: 9781932528329
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: 9781932528954
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0971828628
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| Notes
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Originally published: London : Burns, Oates & Washbourne, 1923.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 133-157).
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| Contents
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Cover -- Table of Contents -- Introduction -- I. Economic Effects of the Reformation in General -- II. Protestanti sm and Capit alism -- III. Protestanti sm and Soci alism -- IV. Conclusion -- Further Reading.
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This work offers a unique perspective on the rise of capitalism and socialism and the effect of the Reformation. Specific topics include consequences of belief in the private judgment of scriptures; separation of spiritual and secular life; difference between Lutheran and Calvinist teachings on economics; the Calvinist concept of vocation; its perception of material success as a sign of divine election; its praise of frugality and disdain for beauty. Also covered is socialism as a reaction to excesses of capitalism; the manner in which Protestantism had strengthened secular authority; diminuation of charity toward the poor following Reformation; materialism underlying socialism abetted by Protestant emphasis on earthly prosperity; egalitarian ideas traceable to Protestantism; and the ease with which socialism blended into Protestant thought. This is a unique work of economic philosophy in that it examines the ideological causes of the economic changes of the period, thus offering a refreshing philosophical perspective rather than merely the mathematical or statistical sides of the question.
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Capitalism.
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Economic history-- 16th century.
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Reformation.
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Socialism.
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BUSINESS ECONOMICS-- Economic Conditions.
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BUSINESS ECONOMICS-- Economic History.
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Capitalism.
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Economic history.
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Reformation.
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Socialism.
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| Dewey Classification
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330.9/031
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HC51.5.O27 2003eb
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| Parallel Title
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Economic effects of the reformation
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