Postcapitalism, Paul Mason
Postcapitalism, Paul Mason
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Postcapitalism
A Guide to Our Future

Author: Paul Mason

Narrator: Gildart Jackson

Unabridged: 13 hr 42 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/09/2016


Synopsis

We know that our world is undergoing seismic change—but how can we emerge from the crisis a fairer, more equal society?Over the past two centuries or so, capitalism has undergone profound changes—economic cycles that veer from boom to bust—from which it has always emerged transformed and strengthened. Surveying this turbulent history, Paul Mason’s Postcapitalism argues that we are on the brink of a change so big and so profound that this time capitalism itself, the immensely complex system within which entire societies function, will mutate into something wholly new.At the heart of this change is information technology, a revolution that is driven by capitalism but, with its tendency to push the value of much of what we make toward zero, has the potential to destroy an economy based on markets, wages, and private ownership. Almost unnoticed in the niches and hollows of the market system, swaths of economic life are beginning to move to a different rhythm. Vast numbers of people are changing how they behave and live, in ways contrary to the current system of state-backed corporate capitalism. And as the terrain changes, new paths open.In this bold and prophetic book, Mason shows how, from the ashes of the crisis, we have the chance to create a more socially just and sustainable economy. Although the dangers ahead are profound, he argues that there is cause for hope. This is the first time in human history in which, equipped with an understanding of what is happening around us, we can predict and shape the future.

About Paul Mason

Paul Mason is an award-winning writer, broadcaster, and film-maker. Previously economics editor of London’s Channel 4 News, he is the author of several books, including PostCapitalism, Why It’s Kicking Off Everywhere: the New Global Revolutions; Live Working Die Fighting; and Rare Earth: A Novel.

About Gildart Jackson

Gildart Jackson’s acting credits span the stage and screen. He is most often recognized for his roles as Gideon on Charmed and Simon Prentiss on General Hospital. He has also starred in numerous television shows, including CSI and Vegas, and he played the lead in the highly acclaimed independent feature film You, directed by his wife, Melora Hardin.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kevin on October 17, 2024

Western Socdem "Postcapitalism"? The Bad/Missing: 1) In Theory: Journalistic Zeal minus Academic Rigour: --On the topic of "Postcapitalism", you'll be much better off with Varoufakis' Another Now: Dispatches from an Alternative Present, which combines accessible writing-style with rigorous substance. -......more

Goodreads review by Breakingviews on September 11, 2015

By Kate Duguid Paul Mason is that rare creature: a left-wing optimist. He isn’t mourning the death of labor power or the rise of machines. That’s because the two have converged to kill off capitalism. Well, nearly. The British journalist reckons we are close enough to a new order that he has eschewed......more

Goodreads review by cypt on June 05, 2021

Perskaičiau jau prieš kurį laiką, bet nežinojau, nei kaip pakomentuoti, nei kaip įvertinti. "Postkapitalizmas" - žurnalisto parašytas kairuoliškas nonfictionas, pristatantis įvairias kapitalizmo ir kapitalizmo kritikos sąvokas bei idėjas. Čia (savaime aišku?) atsispiriama nuo Marxo, bet, užuot kriti......more

Goodreads review by Manda on September 30, 2015

There are books we want to read, books we think we ought to read, and books we need to read. This one falls in the latter category, along with Naomi Klein's 'This Changes Everything' and George Monbiot's 'Rewilding' - actually, anything by either of these authors. Paul Mason is a man for our time. H......more


Quotes

“An original, engaging, and bracingly articulated vision of real alternatives. It is sure to spark many vigorous debates, and they are precisely the ones we should be having.” Naomi Klein, New York Times bestselling author

“Mason weaves together varied intellectual threads to produce a fascinating set of ideas…Deserves a wide readership among Right and Left alike…Politicians of all stripes should take note. And so should the people who vote for them. Financial Times (London)

“Deeply engaging…I can’t remember the last book I read that managed to carve its way through the forest of political and economic ideas with such brio.” Guardian (London)

“Absorbing and provocative.” Publishers Weekly

“Even readers not quite persuaded will appreciate Mason’s readable, reportorial style…A radical diagnosis and a bold prognostication bound to energize progressives.” Kirkus Reviews


Awards

  • Amazon Best Book of the Month