Degrowth, Baby
Titles that tackle resource overconsumption and propose ways to move forward through economic degrowth
Some are more focused on theory, some on practice, but all explore ways of reducing what we produce and consume, whether it be at the macro or the micro level
created by amalgama
last updated April, 2026
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Ooo, this is a really cool list! Is there a book you'd suggest as a starting place?
amalgamaOP
For a beginner-friendly introduction to degrowth I'd suggest Less Is More by Jason Hickel. And if you want something with a broader scope, about reducing consumption and exploring alternative lifestyles in general, I quite enjoyed The Day the World Stops Shopping by J. B. MacKinnon. Also, both of these are available as audiobooks if you prefer listening! đ
I really enjoyed the Day the World Stops Shopping too. It felt like such a tangible exploration of what degrowth could look like, and how we could achieve it. Much less abstract or academic than most of what I read about degrowth.
amalgamaOP
I agree! It felt very grounded and honest, I would like to give it a reread soon
A little note on the books I've selected for this list:
-The same thinkers/authors may have written multiple books about degrowth. In these cases, I have only included one book per author, favouring the work that I think is most accessible or up to date -I've tried to choose divulgative books written for the general public over academic-style publications -One of the books listed, Degrowth in Movement(s), is more of a collaborative project than a book per se. You can find the full text + more info here
I encourage everyone to learn at least a little about degrowth as a viable economic alternative to growth-based capitalism. I hope you will enjoy these picks! đ
Recommendations are welcome and you can drop them under this thread đ€
Thank you for putting such a great list together! I just placed three of these titles on hold at my library đ«Ą
amalgamaOP
That's great! 𫶠What titles did you reserve if I may ask? đ
- The Year of Less by Cait Flanders
- Slow Down by KĆhei SaitĆ
- Doughnut Economics by Kate Raworth
Iâm thinking to start with these ones since theyâre available on Libby đ€
amalgamaOP
That's actually a good mix of different types of approaches to the topic, I look forward to seeing your thoughts! đ
