Format:
1 online resource (v, 186 pages)
,
digital, PDF file(s).
ISBN:
9781529226256
,
9781529226225
Series Statement:
Alternatives to capitalism in the 21st century
Uniform Title:
Politik der Gabe
Content:
At the heart of capitalism lies the idea of 'homo economicus': an ever-rational human being motivated by self-interest which arguably leads societies to economic prosperity. Drawing on French sociologist Marcel Mauss' influential theory of 'the gift', Frank Adloff shatters this fallacy to show mutual trust is the only glue that holds societies together; people are giving beings and they can cooperate for the benefit of all when the logic of maximizing personal gain in capitalism is broken. Acknowledging the role of women, nature, and workers in the Global South in transforming society, this book proposes a politics of conviviality, (from the Latin con-vivere: living together) for global and environmental justice as an alternative to the pursuit of profit, growth, and consumption.
Note:
Translated from the German. - This translation previously issued in print: 2022. - Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (viewed on July 7, 2023)
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781529226225
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe ISBN 9781529226225
Language:
English
DOI:
10.46692/9781529226256
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