{"title":"Matthias Schmelzer","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatthias Schmelzer is a renowned scholar and author, known for his thought-provoking works in the realms of economic history and ecological economics. His writings often challenge conventional perspectives, providing readers with a deep analysis of contemporary economic systems and their impact on society and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFreedom for Capital, Not People\u003c\/em\u003e, Schmelzer delves into critical discussions about the priorities of modern capitalism, shedding light on the ways in which economic freedoms often overshadow social welfare. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics between capital and community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Future is Degrowth\u003c\/em\u003e is another pivotal piece by Schmelzer, where he explores the concept of degrowth as a sustainable alternative to the relentless pursuit of economic growth. Through this book, readers gain insight into how societies can transition towards more sustainable and equitable economic models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student, educator, or simply someone curious about the intersection of economics and ecology, Matthias Schmelzer's works offer a compelling and insightful perspective. His contributions to the fields of Education \u0026amp; Reference and Science \u0026amp; Nature make his books indispensable resources for those eager to engage with critical economic and environmental issues.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-future-is-degrowth-by-matthias-schmelzer-9781839765841","title":"The Future is Degrowth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEconomic growth isn’t working. And it cannot be made to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOffering a counter-history of how economic growth emerged in the context of colonialism, fossil-fueled industrialization, and capitalist modernity, \u003ci\u003eThe Future is Degrowth\u003c\/i\u003e argues that the ideology of growth conceals the rising inequalities and ecological destructions associated with capitalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing evidence shows that continued economic growth is incompatible with sustaining life and is not necessary for a good life for all. Despite this, not only in society at large, but also on the left, we are held captive by the hegemony of growth. Leftists have based their utopian hopes on the development of productive forces, on redistributing the fruits of economic growth and technological progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book argues that any left politics and vision for postcapitalism that doesn't question growth perpetuates global inequalities, climate injustice, and the destruction of life on Earth. Degrowth perspectives offer a way to step off the treadmill of an alienating, expansionist, and hierarchical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA textbook and a manifesto, \u003ci\u003eThe Future is Degrowth\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for all interested in charting a way beyond the current crises. Agree or disagree with the degrowth proposal, read this book to get a better idea of what it is. You just might change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833634214124,"sku":"9781839765841","price":63.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/557443482843.jpg?v=1758470610"},{"product_id":"freedom-for-capital-not-people-by-matthias-schmelzer-9781804293744","title":"Freedom for Capital, Not People","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on new archival sources, \u003cem\u003eFreedom for Capital, Not People\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of how the Mont Pèlerin Society transformed the world economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1947 by economist Friedrich von Hayek, by the turn of the 1970s the society commanded influence at the highest levels of international monetary policy. Debates sparked by Hayek, Milton Friedman, and Ludwig von Mises emigrated from the seminar room to the halls of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe group's collective agenda, the result of years of fierce argument and shrewd political strategising, would dominate the next half-century of global capitalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362587558124,"sku":"9781804293744","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10951743482830.jpg?v=1772894990"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/matthias-schmelzer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}