The Managerial Revolution. Book Summary

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James Burnham

What’s inside

James Burnham’s ‘The Managerial Revolution’ argues that capitalism is evolving into managerial societies, where control lies with managers rather than capitalists.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding societal evolution from capitalism
  • Insight into the power dynamics of modern economies
  • Predictive analysis of future political structures
  • Critique of Marxist theory and its limitations

Key Points

  • The decline of capitalist societies
  • Rise of the managerial class
  • Characteristics of managerial societies
  • The impact on the proletariat
  • Predictions for future societal structures
  • Critique of traditional Marxism
  • Implications for democracy and governance

Who’s it For

  • Students of political science
  • Economists
  • Business professionals
  • Historians
  • Sociology enthusiasts

About the author

James Burnham was a philosopher, political theorist, and a former Trotskyist who made significant contributions to political discourse.