From Capital to Commons

Exploring the Promise of a World beyond Capitalism

Hannes Gerhardt (University of West Georgia)

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English

Bristol University Press
19 July 2023

Communication studies; Ethical issues: scientific & technological developments; Socialism & left-of-centre democratic ideologies; Ethical & social aspects of computing

Series: Alternatives to Capitalism in the 21st Century

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 democratising our digital, material, and financial economies to maintaining a robust, political mobilisation. 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.

By: Hannes Gerhardt (University of West Georgia)
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781529224535
ISBN 10: 1529224535
Series: Alternatives to Capitalism in the 21st Century
Pages: 264
Publication Date: 19 July 2023
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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

Reviews for From Capital to Commons: Exploring the Promise of a World beyond Capitalism

"""A thoughtful, ambitious vision for how commoners might leverage digital technologies and open-source practices to usher in a humane, satisfying post-capitalist world. In a time when people's aspirations for a better world have shrivelled and curdled, Gerhardt invites us to consider the feasible possibilities, if we dare."" David Bollier, Schumacher Center for a New Economics ""How do we prevent the appropriation of the commons by capital, and instead, generate capital for the commons? Hannes Gerhardt has written a very useful primer on the way forward."" Michel Bauwens, P2P Foundation"