The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism · Character
Sir William Petty
English economist and statistician whose observations on economic behavior are referenced.
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Also known as Sir William Petty, Petty
First appearance: Religious Affiliation and Social Stratification
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Cited for his observations on the capitalistic development of the Netherlands and the role of Calvinism.
Sir William Petty first appears in 0005 i religious affiliation and social stratification.
In Religious Affiliation and Social Stratification: Cited for his observations on the capitalistic development of the Netherlands and the role of Calvinism.
Later, in V: Asceticism and the Spirit of Capitalism: Attributed Holland's economic power to the work ethic of dissenters.
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