Beyond Self-Interest

Auteurs

• Krzysztof Pelc

Paramètres

• Affaires & Gestion
• Économie

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This provocative retelling explores self-interest in contemporary market society, arguing that the world increasingly belongs to those driven by passion and personal fulfillment rather than mere ambition. In our capitalist society, the prevailing belief has been that success comes from strong will and naked ambition, contributing to our affluence. However, Krzysztof Pelc contends that this assumption no longer reflects reality. There are limits to the effectiveness of calculation and planning, and many have reached this threshold. The true icons of market society are those who seemingly reject self-interest, such as eco-conscious entrepreneurs and media moguls with a mission, catering to a socially aware consumer base. These individuals often thrive by promoting purpose, passion, and love of craft, rather than self-advancement, creating a paradox of intention that increasingly influences our lives. Pelc traces this paradox from its early 19th-century origins among British thinkers to its evolution through philosophers, novelists, and social scientists, ultimately reaching capitalists. He highlights the common understanding that the appearance of disinterest can be profitable, but only if it is credible, posing a challenge for the self-interested. Drawing on three centuries of thought about commercial society, this account emphasizes the need to view economic growth as a tool for human development rather than an end in itself.

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• Année de publication: 2022
• Reliure: (rigide)