Robert Brenner

Robert Brenner was a historian and social theorist known for his work on economic and social change, particularly in early modern Europe. He analyzed how shifts in land ownership, agriculture, and labor relations contributed to the rise of capitalism. Brenner argued that the transition from feudalism to capitalism was driven by economic conflicts between landlords and merchants, impacting class structures and production methods. His ideas have influenced the understanding of historical economic transformations, emphasizing the importance of class struggle and structural changes in shaping history.