Joseph A. Schumpeter

Joseph A. Schumpeter (1883-1950) is one of the most celebrated authors on the economics and sociology of the twentieth century. Richard Swedberg''s new biography provides an engaging and vivid account of Schumpeter''s varied life, including his ventures into politics and private banking as well as his academic career. As a backdrop to these, Swedberg also discusses Schumpeter''s tragic personal li...