If you turn on the news these days, you are confronted with one topic in particular: refugees. More and more people are making their way to Germany, wanting to be accepted and integrated. But what does that mean for our country? How does society react? These questions raise further, more critical considerations about our state, our coexistence and our future.
But not only social but also ecological discussions in the face of climate change are more topical than ever. In order to raise your awareness, we have put together 10 books that will enlighten you about relevant discourses. But you don't have to go through all of them: with getAbstract you save a lot of time !
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If you are interested in topics such as sustainability or social and economic criticism, then you definitely shouldn't miss the following 10 book recommendations!
Summary: 'The Decision – Capitalism vs. Climate' by Naomi Klein
“The climate catastrophe can change the world for the better” – this sentence probably best sums up Naomi Klein’s book on the subject of politics and society. In order to stop climate change, we must radically redesign our economic system. Required reading for everyone who wants to have a say!
Summary: 'What becomes more when we share - the social value of the commons' by Elinor Ostrom
In her most recent book, Nobel Prize winner in economics Elinor Ostrom shows how essential goods such as water, knowledge, space, etc. can be used together in such a way that everyone receives enough of them in the long term. The great thing about it is that it not only describes the problem, but also offers a solution - absolutely worth reading!
Summary: 'Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy' by Joseph Schumpeter
In political science, one last, somewhat older reading is worth mentioning: Joseph Schumpeter's book, published in 1942, is considered a classic in this category and deals with the predicted downfall of capitalism and the triumph of socialism. Although several decades old, Schumpeter's theories are still valid in many ways in the 21st century.
Summary: 'The Future - Six Forces Changing Our World' by Al Gore
The former American vice president presents countless facts about the currents in which humanity is currently moving. Gore draws connections and shows what forces are driving global change, what dangers it poses, and how humanity should change its thinking. Anyone interested in economics and politics should read this book.
Summary: 'Growing intelligently - The green revolution' by Ralf Fücks
The German Green Party politician Ralf Fücks calls for a green revolution and argues objectively and understandably for new qualitative growth. In doing so, he wants to offer the representatives of a vision of the future that is based on renunciation a break. A book for anyone interested in economics, because significant parts of the economy are already on the path that is outlined here.
Summary: Corporation 2020 - Why we need to rethink business' by Pavan Sukhdev
The internationally successful banker Pavan Sukhdev denounces capitalism and pleads for a path to a better, more productive and fair world. With his concept “Corporation 2020” for a radical change in companies, markets and politics in the interests of future generations, he shows how the profits of companies can be synchronized with the profits of society.
Summary: 'Small is beautiful - The return to human proportions' by Ernst Friedrich Schumacher
Schumacher criticized a way of thinking that, in its pursuit of growth and profit in the social and ecological areas, leaves behind a shambles for our and future generations. Schumacher has concrete suggestions ready, for example on development policy and the moderate treatment of nature. A book for anyone interested in economics and ecology.
Summary: 'Liberation from excess - On the way to the post-growth economy' by Nico Paech
Let's now come to the economy: growth critic Niko Paech considers "green" economic growth to be ineffective and creates the counter-concept of the post-growth economy. According to this, industrial value creation processes should be restricted and local self-sufficiency should be promoted. Future-oriented and entirely plausible reading material!
Summary: 'Green lies - nothing for the environment, everything for business - how politics and economics are ruining the world' by Friedrich Schmidt-Bleek
In the Environment & Ecology category, Prof. Friedrich Schmidt-Bleek, a pioneer in the field of resource transition, must definitely be mentioned: His book warns that politics and economics are leading society in the wrong direction when it comes to environmental protection. He advocates a turnaround in resources and describes his concept in detail and in an easy-to-read manner.
Summary: 'Productive force of nature'
The work of several scientific authors who deal with nature conservation shows why nature conservation is ultimately economic support, what services nature provides for the economy, and what follow-up costs arise from inadequate environmental protection. Numerous examples illustrate what Mother Nature does for us.
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