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Introduction Giddens’ concept of modernity is based on the idea that modern society is undergoing a radical transformation that affects
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Learn about Karl Marx’s monumental work, Das Kapital, which explores the exploitation of the working class by the capitalist system. Find out more here.
Money is a universal commodity that is essential for almost every aspect of human life. The use of money is
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