From common goods to the common good of humanity

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The book explores the contemporary struggle for "common goods," emphasizing the essential resources like water and seeds, alongside public services threatened by neoliberal policies. It critiques the privatization of vital public networks, including health, education, and utilities, and traces the historical erosion of the commons in England prior to capitalism. The narrative highlights how the commodification of land and resources has intensified under finance capital, urging a reevaluation of societal values and the importance of preserving communal resources.