Before capitalism, there was feudalism which is a pre-cursor to capitalism. I don't believe that humans are by nature war mongers and greedy. But I do believe that humans can learn to be any way they are pushed toward. Especially if they are being directed to what looks as if it will give them a better life. That's where the narrative comes in. Trying to convince people that enriching a few landlords, bosses, and political leaders will actually be better for themselves.
Before capitalism, there was feudalism which is a pre-cursor to capitalism. I don't believe that humans are by nature war mongers and greedy. But I do believe that humans can learn to be any way they are pushed toward. Especially if they are being directed to what looks as if it will give them a better life. That's where the narrative comes in. Trying to convince people that enriching a few landlords, bosses, and political leaders will actually be better for themselves.