Wolfgang Streeck

About the Author

Wolfgang Streeck is a renowned German sociologist and economist, celebrated for his incisive critiques of contemporary capitalism and its institutional underpinnings. A former director of the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies in Cologne, Streeck has profoundly influenced debates on political economy, globalization, and the crises of liberal democracy. His work draws on historical sociology to dissect the tensions between markets, states, and social orders, arguing that capitalism's relentless expansion erodes the very foundations of democratic governance. In 'How Will Capitalism End?: Essays on a Failing System,' Streeck explores the systemic failures and potential trajectories of a faltering economic order, blending rigorous analysis with provocative foresight. Throughout his career, he has authored numerous scholarly articles and books that challenge orthodox economic thinking, urging a reevaluation of capitalism's sustainability in the face of inequality and instability.