ABSTRACT

The formation and management of capital are among the central issues in economic growth, especially in 'under-developed' countries, and form the main theme in this volume. The societies examined vary widely, both geographically and also in terms of types of social and economic structures.
First published in 1964.

chapter 1|20 pages

Capital, Saving and Credit in Peasant Societies

A Viewpoint from Economic Anthropology

chapter 17|11 pages

The Study of Peasant Economic Systems

Some Concluding Comments and Questions