"Anarchy Works" by Peter Gelderloos is one of the most compelling arguments I've ever seen for debunking the idea that capitalism and trade are normal behaviors for humans, and it's honestly a smooth and pleasant read. Just the introduction alone is enough.

Text: https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/peter-gelderloos-anarchy-works

Audiobook Introduction: https://piped.kavin.rocks/watch?v=Ht-2t2K68ls

Audiobook Chapter 1: https://piped.kavin.rocks/watch?v=gleMbLbbYv4

Audiobook Chapter 2: https://piped.kavin.rocks/watch?v=PUK_PAYNtmE

[–] Haui@discuss.tchncs.de 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Thanks for mentioning those. I‘ve checked out the book. It‘s not bad so far but I‘m not convinced just yet. :)

[–] LinkOpensChest_wav@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I don't really read things to convince myself of anything, but there's a lot of food for thought.

[–] Haui@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 2 years ago

Definitely. I do though. Books have always helped me to make sense of the things I see. Life has been rough and an early dip into psychology helped to stay mostly sane.

Seeing that the world is still struggling although our efficiency is through the roof makes me think there must be a reason for it.

Easiest answer is capitalism and we know that our gains accumulate at the top, not spread through the population. Still, I‘d like a more science based explanation and solutions.

That way I can stand behind it without needing to follow blindly. Tried that. Doesn’t work for me. I hope it makes sense for you. :)