Going Deeper on Degrowth
This page lists some resources on expanding on the sociological, economic, and philosophical concepts that make up Degrowth. If you're interested in exploring these with our Mid-Hudson Valley group, please stay tuned for details about our reading group.
Media List
Wisecrack Video on Degrowth
A (snarky) video essay on Degrowth. A good entry point because it's entertaining and short. (Video Here)
Life in a ‘degrowth’ economy, and why you might actually enjoy it
Read more about the high-level ideas about a Degrowth future. Easy reading, short. (Article here)
The Day the World Stops Shopping
A very newbie-friendly, well-researched book based on a thought experiment about if all anti-consumption efforts started on the same day. (Available as a paper book and ebook at the Kingston Library)
Slow Down: A Degrowth Manifesto
A recent book written in layman's terms on Degrowth. A comprehensive guide and an easy read. Available as an ebook , a paper book, and an audio CD at the Kingston Library
Capitalist Realism
A very dense but fascinating look at what Capitalism is good at, what it's not good at, and how it self-perpetuates in the face of scrutiny. Available as an ebook at the Kingston Library.