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Die Donut-Ökonomie: Endlich ein Wirtschaftsmodell, das den Planeten nicht zerstört
Kate Raworth
4.21 AVERAGE
516 reviews for:
Die Donut-Ökonomie: Endlich ein Wirtschaftsmodell, das den Planeten nicht zerstört
Kate Raworth
4.21 AVERAGE
I feel a bit torn about this book. I like the ideas behind it, which I'm sure I've come across elsewhere told in a more serious realistic fashion (possibly a Attenborough documentary), but there doesn't seem to be a lot in the way of real substance to it. There is also a definite utopian society feel to how it is described, especially with the references to governments taking the lead and moving away from the power and drive of big business (if only this was a real option). That said, I agree withe the principles of taking a more holistic and over arching approach to society, both locally and globally, and this is something that has been discussed for at least the last decade or two as the reality of the damage we are doing has become ever more obvious. I also rather like the idea that non-environmental sectors can and should help drive this as they have the language and understanding to make it work (the same way that in my work I don't tell contractors how to build stuff, just what restrictions they have to work in, albeit not a limited as I would like). This certainly has the ability to open up conversations and get people thinking but could've done with a bit more practicalities included but then again we have to start somewhere.
When "renegade" economy ideas can be used in modern capitalist states? Only when it doesn't interfere with state power and capital profit.
informative
medium-paced
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Actually an interesting take on how we can balance the finite resources of earth with the belief that the economy will have infinite growth. It makes sense to me that as humans we should aim for something like the doughnut model and the image captures the authors thoughts very well. However, I don’t think world leaders are ready to change there thinking yet. In the meantime we should focus on making urban living greener with improved ‘shared transport’ and merging nature and cities better. And the use of fossil fuels has to stop.
Usually, I don't take out time writing reviews. But this book is anything but usual.
This is an important book.
The state of both world and personal affairs has left much to be desired - even making us question the very nature of our wants and 'desires'. How much of it is what we truly seek (and value) and how much is manufactured by economic design?
Kate Raworth has done a wonderful job of breaking down the design for the layperson. She has shown how the beliefs underpinning our economy are not sustainable and need to evolve. What she has also done really well is give us a peek into what the stalwart economists did what they did, and why we need to be brave to do what we must given the contexts we have. This is the simple message for the contemporary economists and students of economics - if the stalwart economists were here today to witness our world today, they would be shocked at how our mainstream economy continues to function. it really made me question how I would want to function in the world, and how I can contribute, in an 'economic' sense (and in the widest sense of the term) to make things better in our world.
The strength of the book is also a minor weakness - it packs in too much for the reader and could be a cognitive load for the reflective reader. Some of the ideas Raworth touches upon merit huge sections compared to a few paragraphs which at times seem fragmented. Also, as she admits, most of the suggestions and issues she has pointed out are limited to the WEIRD nations - Western, Educated, Industrialised, Rich and Democratic. Considering that there are influential powers emerging elsewhere like India and China (and where the youth will grow up to have a great impact), it would have been nice to look into the dynamics of these economies as well.
I believe this should be mandatory reading for students of economics. If only the departments in colleges and universities are ready to embrace truth, and the challenges of the future.
This is an important book.
The state of both world and personal affairs has left much to be desired - even making us question the very nature of our wants and 'desires'. How much of it is what we truly seek (and value) and how much is manufactured by economic design?
Kate Raworth has done a wonderful job of breaking down the design for the layperson. She has shown how the beliefs underpinning our economy are not sustainable and need to evolve. What she has also done really well is give us a peek into what the stalwart economists did what they did, and why we need to be brave to do what we must given the contexts we have. This is the simple message for the contemporary economists and students of economics - if the stalwart economists were here today to witness our world today, they would be shocked at how our mainstream economy continues to function. it really made me question how I would want to function in the world, and how I can contribute, in an 'economic' sense (and in the widest sense of the term) to make things better in our world.
The strength of the book is also a minor weakness - it packs in too much for the reader and could be a cognitive load for the reflective reader. Some of the ideas Raworth touches upon merit huge sections compared to a few paragraphs which at times seem fragmented. Also, as she admits, most of the suggestions and issues she has pointed out are limited to the WEIRD nations - Western, Educated, Industrialised, Rich and Democratic. Considering that there are influential powers emerging elsewhere like India and China (and where the youth will grow up to have a great impact), it would have been nice to look into the dynamics of these economies as well.
I believe this should be mandatory reading for students of economics. If only the departments in colleges and universities are ready to embrace truth, and the challenges of the future.
Offers some great critiques 0f neoclassical theory with interesting solutions and inspiring stories. Would definitely recommend to economics students to change the way you view the economy and economic policy.
I give this a slightly hesitant 4 stars because I’m not especially knowledgeable in economics. But I appreciate that Raworth is exposing the weak basis for some neoliberal tenets and facing the reality of the limits of growth. Would love to see some of the changes she pushes for, but a lot of it still feels pie in the sky.
It was a meandering, unfocused read. I could see myself making it through the rest of it. It’s a book that could’ve maybe even should’ve been an essay.