Ian Greer Bücher

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How do markets function? Who creates, shapes and organizes them? And what do they mean for the relationship between labor and capital?Marketization examines how the state and capital use markets to discipline the working class. Ian Greer and Charles Umney provide a comprehensive overview of the European political economy, from the European Commission to the workplace, to show how neoliberal principles translate into market mechanisms and reshape the lives of workers.Drawing on dozens of conversations with policymakers, administrators, businesses, workers, and trade unionists across many European countries, Greer and Umney unpack marketization. They go beyond liberal theories that see markets as natural forms of economic organization and broad-brush left critiques of neoliberalism, looking behind the scenes in the current European political economy to examine the practicalities of how markets are created and manipulated by employers, policymakers and bureaucrats in pursuit of greater profitability. Far from leading to greater freedom, these processes often override the rights of individuals, degrade the status and security of workers, and undermine democratic accountability.

Set against the backdrop of wartime Belfast, the narrative follows Ian Greer's journey from a challenging childhood in slum conditions to a vibrant life filled with experiences. Through a collection of poignant anecdotes and heartfelt reminiscences, the book captures a range of emotions, offering moments of both humor and sorrow. It paints a vivid picture of resilience and the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Exploring the intricate relationship between markets, labor, and capital, this book delves into how state and capital utilize market mechanisms to control the working class. Greer and Umney provide a thorough analysis of the European political economy, revealing how neoliberal principles affect workers' lives. Through extensive interviews with various stakeholders, they challenge conventional views on market dynamics, highlighting how marketization often compromises individual rights, worker security, and democratic accountability in the pursuit of profit.