Abstract

The Hegel-Marx dialectic between Sein and Bewusstsein has been continuing as a general problem throughout the history of social sciences. Some theories earmark mental, psychological, or ideological factors as causers to societal developments, while other approaches solely focus on material factors. The article compares two theories pertaining to the rise of modern, industrial society, that of Weber and that of North. Though North has some strong points, Weber´s theory is more encompassing and dovetailing.

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