Brigitte Kratzwald

The book "Solidarity Economy & Commons" by Brigitte Kratzwald and Andreas Exner offers an in-depth analysis of current crises such as climate change, authoritarianism, hunger, and health issues. It argues that neither the market system nor state-planned economies can provide viable solutions for the future. Instead, a new logic is called for, one that operates outside of competition, profit, and growth. The authors highlight alternative economic and lifestyle models that are already being practiced worldwide and introduce concepts such as commons and solidarity economy. This work serves as both a snapshot of the theoretical discussion and a historical analysis of the debate surrounding non-profit-oriented economies. It is aimed at anyone interested in social alternatives and seeking new ways to address the challenges of our time.