In a time of great gloom and doom internationally and of major global problems, this book offers an invaluable contribution to our understanding of alternative societies that could be better for humans and the environment.

Bringing together a wide range of approaches and new strands of economic and social thinking from across the US, Mexico, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa, Luke Martell critically assesses contemporary alternatives and shows the ways forward with a convincing argument of pluralist socialism.

Presenting a much-needed introduction to the debate on alternatives to capitalism, this ambitious book is not about how things are but how they can be!

"In a world searching for radical alternatives to destructive development and politics Martell's book is very welcome, especially as it grounds concepts and theories of transformation in the practice of living initiatives spanning an impressive spectrum of human endeavour. Must be read by young people everywhere, to inspire a new generation to dream and act for justice, equity and restoring peace with the earth." Ashish Kothari, Kalpavriksh and Global Tapestry of Alternatives

"A masterful job. I see it being an indispensable text for students of political science, sociology, environmental studies, and more. It guides a path through a vast literature, and is written with such generosity and patience." Ariel Salleh, Queen Mary University London and Nelson Mandela University

Luke Martell is Professor of Sociology at the University of Sussex.