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The Death of Homo Economicus: Work, Debt and the Myth of Endless Accumulation

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Manufacturer: Pluto Press

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"In today’s workplaces we work harder and longer, labouring under the illusion that this will bring us more wealth. As this myth becomes increasingly preposterous, it’s time to understand why we believe in it, and where it came from.
The Death of Homo Economicus explores the origin of this oppressive myth, in order to destroy it. The story begins with the creation of a fake persona labelled the ‘dollar-hunting man’, invented by economists such as Adam Smith and Milton Friedman. Today, this persona, driven by competition and ego, is used by politicians and managers to draw a veil over the terrible reality of work under capitalism.
Creeping into all aspects of life, the desire to constantly compete and accumulate must be resisted if we are to create a better way of life for all."

Peter Fleming. Pluto Press, 2017.

NB: Cover is more of a neon pink – our scanner didn't pick up the colour very well.

Product Code: 9780745399409

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