Capital Quote by David Harvey
“Capital creates space-time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Social Justice of Space, 2001
Capital shapes the dimensions of time and space, influencing how societies organize.
In simple terms: Capital determines spatial and temporal structures.
Key Takeaway
Recognize economic forces shaping environments.
Themes
economics
urban planning
philosophy
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- city planning
- housing policy
- investment strategies
Key Concepts
spatial economics
temporal dynamics
social geography
Questions to Reflect On
- How does capital affect daily life?
- Can alternative systems reshape space‑time?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify non‑economic influences.
