Imperialism and the Social Classes : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258877033 : 1258877031 : 27 Oct 2013 : Imperialism and the Social Classes is a book written by Joseph A. Schumpeter, a renowned economist and political scientist. The book explores the relationship between imperialism and social classes, and how this relationship has affected the development of capitalist economies. Schumpeter argues that imperialism is a product of the capitalist system, and that it is driven by the desire of capitalist elites to expand their economic and political power. He also contends that imperialism has led to the formation of a global economic system that is dominated by a small group of wealthy nations and corporations. The book examines the impact of imperialism on different social classes, including the working class, the middle class, and the ruling class. Schumpeter argues that imperialism has had a negative impact on the working class, as it has led to the exploitation of labor and the sup