Economy of the common good instead of predatory capitalism

The cherry tree forms a natural system from which countless living creatures benefit throughout the year. For Erwin Thoma, it is the ideal model to call for a reversal of our competitive economy.

The crises of the present hold the chance to fundamentally change our society. Away from the pursuit of ever more growth, and toward a communal economy. Erwin Thoma uses a functioning ecosystem to illustrate how this can succeed: intelligence and education are decentralized, recyclable materials are reinvested in the cycle, and phases of weakness are overcome collectively. An urgent call to action in the interest of the community instead of accumulating more and more money and power.

»The example of the cherry tree shows: With everything he does, he promotes life«
Salzburger Woche Pongau

»For Erwin Thoma, this tree is the ideal model for challenging a reversal of our competitive economy.«
Der Bauer

»Thoma, who studied economics, knows what he is talking about: he analyzes how previously intact economic systems have been destroyed by market giants and uses his positive model to explain how things can be done differently.«
Gnostika69

»An important political book that pleads for more cooperation and humanity. And which gives hope for a better future.«
Schwäbische Nachrichten

»Functioning ecosystem as an example of the economy for the common good«
Saarjäger

»An important political book that pleads for more solidarity and humanity. And which gives hope for a better future.«
Schwäbische Nachrichten Augsburger Land

»Erwin Thomas’ book is an inspiring ode to nature and a powerful message for a more sustainable, collaborative future.«
bibliomanics.de

»A book that argues for more community and humanity. And that gives hope for a better future – one that we can all help to shape!«
rostfrei