Property for people, not for profit
Alternatives to the global tyranny of capital

The global economic system currently being imposed on the world is geared to maximizing profit regardless of the human impact. In this powerful and thought-provoking book, the authors - one a theologian and the other an economist - argue that the issue of private property lies at the heart of globalisation and free market economics.

In a wide-ranging and fascinating analysis, Duchrow and Hinkelammert trace the history of private property from its earliest beginnings to its nemesis in neoliberalism and globalisation. Combining a theological, philosophical and political perspective, they argue that the only hope of overcoming the destructiveness of our current way of living is to reshape our notions of private property. They conclude by looking ahead to the potential for social and ecumenical movements to campaign for alternatives. Described by the campaigner and author Susan George as 'penetrating and crucial', this pioneering book promotes a wider vision for globalisation that includes people's real lives and a concern for the common good.

Co-published with Zed Books
2004 ISBN 1 84277 479 4
244pp 215 x 136mm