From Capital to Commons - Exploring the Promise of a World beyond Capitalism

A Choice Outstanding Academic Title in Economics 2023.
In this stimulating analysis, Hannes Gerhardt outlines the potentials and challenges of a technology-enabled, commons-focused transition out of capitalism.
The book shows that openness and cooperation are more beneficial in today's economies and societies than competition and profit-seeking. Driven by this conviction, Gerhardt identifies key imperatives for overcoming capitalism, from democratizing our digital, material, and financial economies to maintaining a robust, political mobilization. Using clear examples, he explores tactical openings through the lens of 'compeerism', a newly constructed framework that highlights the latent counter-capitalist possibilities, but also limits, of our emerging technological landscape.
This is an accessible contribution to counter-capitalist discourse that is both inspiring and pragmatic for academics and activists alike.

About the author

Hannes Gerhardt is Professor of Geography at the University of West Georgia.

Summary

This stimulating analysis from Hannes Gerhardt shows how technology-led and commons-oriented strategies can create fairer economies and societies. Setting out the role of various digital tools with concrete examples of their value, it is a constructive and optimistic guide to overcoming anti-capitalist barriers.

Product details

• Authors: Hannes Gerhardt, Hannes (University of West Georgia) Gerhardt
• Publisher: Bristol University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 12.11.2024
• EAN: 9781529224542
• ISBN: 978-1-5292-2454-2
• No. of pages: 264
• Dimensions: 235 mm x 157 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 408 g
• Illustrations: Not illustrated
• Series: Alternatives to Capitalism in the 21st Century
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Social education, social work; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories