Redefines ownership by introducing the concept of “havings,” a radical framework that challenges the economic and legal foundations of capitalism and socialism.

Rethinking the foundations of ownership, Havings confronts conventional notions of property by introducing a radical new framework. Moving beyond the ideological constraints of capitalism and socialism, Carsten Herrmann-Pillath investigates how “having” can reshape economic and legal thought. Through an analysis of appropriation and assignment alongside possession and ownership, the book redefines the structures that govern our relationships with material and immaterial assets.

Through a blend of economic theory, sociology, and philosophy, Havings presents two compelling cases that demonstrate the real-world implications of this shift in perspective. The final chapter offers a daring vision for a post-capitalist economic system grounded in the multidimensionality of having. A thought-provoking read for those interested in economics, law, and social sciences, this work opens up new pathways for reimagining economic systems and property rights in an era of increasing inequality and global transformation.