From Capital to Commons

<p>A Choice Outstanding Academic Title in Economics 2023.</p><p> In this stimulating analysis Hannes Gerhardt outlines the potentials and challenges of a technology-enabled commons-focused transition out of capitalism.</p><p> 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.</p><p> This is an accessible contribution to counter-capitalist discourse that is both inspiring and pragmatic for academics and activists alike.</p>