"Capitalism designates an economic system significantly characterized by the predominance of " capital ." Capitalism and double entry bookkeeping are absolutely indissociable; their relationship to each other is that of form to content."

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Source : "Der moderne Kapitalismus". Book by Werner Sombart, 2006.

Werner Sombart

#Economic Quotes #Form Quotes #Bookkeeping Quotes

“There'll be spring every year without you. England still will be here without you.”
“I know that when I get stressed, I want to eat junk food. So now I just know - 'I'm stressed, I want to eat junk food, so I'm going to go work out instead, or eat something healthy.' It really works.”
“The English have loudly and openly told the world that skis and dogs are unusable in these regions and that fur clothes are rubbish. We shall see â€” we shall see.”
“The word "veganism" denotes a philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude - as far as is possible and practical - all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by extension, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of humans, animals and the environment. In dietary terms it denotes the practice of dispensing with all products derived wholly or partly from animals.”
“You know, my dear, I insured my voice for fifty thousand dollars.”
“Public service is my motto.”
“If the American people don't love me, their descendants will.”
“I have supported affirmative action, I do support affirmative action and I will support affirmative action.”

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