Stolen
How to Save the World from Financialisation
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Watkins Media Limited
Published:10th Sep '19
Should be back in stock very soon
This insightful book, Stolen, critiques the finance industry's dominance and explores actionable steps for the left to reclaim economic stability.
In Stolen, the author presents a compelling critique of the finance industry's increasing grip on the UK economy. This readable polemic explores how decades of financial dominance have shaped societal structures, leading to profound inequalities and environmental degradation. By examining the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis, the book reveals how the allure of booming banks and rising consumerism masked the fragility of a finance-led economy.
The narrative delves into the aftermath of the crisis, highlighting the stagnation of wages and productivity while inequality continues to escalate. The author argues that this financial capitalism has not only stolen economic stability but has also compromised our ecological systems and future prospects. Through detailed analysis, Stolen serves as both a historical account and a cautionary tale, illustrating the urgent need for change.
Ultimately, the book empowers readers by suggesting actionable steps that the left can take to reclaim control over the economy. It invites a critical reassessment of our current trajectory and emphasizes that the power to change lies in our hands. Stolen is not just a critique; it is a call to action, urging us to confront the realities of financial capitalism and envision a more equitable future.
“The best thing I’ve read about how we got into this mess, and how we get out.” — Frankie Boyle
“One of the most inspiring, thought provoking and insightful voices on the left offers a route map out of this crisis – and this is a must read anyone who wants to change the world.” — Owen Jones
“A clear, accessible and informative guide to left economics, showing how we got to this era of capitalist crisis, environmental catastrophe and insurgent socialist revival. Grace Blakeley offers radical solutions to an exploitative and unfair system.” — Bhaskar Sunkara, Jacobin
“Grace Blakeley is one of the sharpest of a new generation of economic and political thinkers, with a gift for clearly and eloquently explaining how we got to the crisis point we’re in, and why only radical transformation will get us out. A must-read for today’s activists on both sides of the Atlantic.” — Sarah Jaffe, author of Necessary Trouble: Americans in Revolt
ISBN: 9781912248377
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320 pages
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