Transnational Classes and International Relations

Taylor & Francis

An exciting and original analysis of the development of capitalist classes such as the Freemasons that cross national boundaries in the global political economy. > An exciting and original analysis of the development of capitalist classes, such as the Freemasons, that cross national boundaries in the global political economy. This innovative book focuses on:* an historical perspective on class formation under capitalism and its transnational integration* international relations between the English-speaking centre of capital and successive contender states.The author develops a broad-ranging and thorough understanding of class in the process of globalization. He does so within several theoretical frameworks shedding much light on this important topic. > Introduction A. Commodification, Socialisation and Capital 1. Commodification and Community 2. Concepts of Socialisation 3. The Discipline of Capital B. Capital Accumulation and Class Formation 1. The Historical Topography of9