Today's economic system premised on the sale of physical goods does not fit the information age in which we live The capitalist order requires the maintenance of an artificial scarcity in goods that have the potential for near infinite & almost free replication The sharing of informational goods through distributed global networks digital libraries file-sharing live-streaming free software free-access publishing the free-sharing of scientific knowledge & open-source pharmaceuticals not only challenges the dominance of a scarcity-based economic system but also enables a more efficient innovative just & free culture In a series of seven explorations of contemporary sharing Matthew David shows that in each case sharing surpasses markets private ownership & intellectual property rights in fostering motivation creativity innovation production distribution & reward In transforming the idea of an information economy into an information society sharing connects struggles against inequality & poverty in developed & developing countries Challenging taken-for-granted justifications of the status quo Sharing debunks the tragedy of the commons' & makes the case for digital network sharing as a viable mode of economic counterpower prefiguring a post-capitalist society ...

Three friends sharing a shell Down by the sparkling sea Rollicking all round the rock pool In their wonderful home for three When the litte hermit crab finds a shiny new shell at first he doesn't want to share it -- not with a blobby violet anemone & a tickly bristleworm anyway! Join Crab Blob & Brush in a story of sea shells & friendship -- & all about learning how to share Now available as a chunky board book with a glittery cover that's perfect for younger readers Sharing a Shell was the first ever story from the bestselling picture-book pairing of Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks who have since gone on to create such classics as What the Ladybird Heard & The Singing Mermaid Praise for The Singing Mermaid'A tip-top adventurous ballad which will hold its readers captive'
- Guardian ' a delightful rhyming adventure'
- Daily Mail

...

The tiny hermit crab loves his new shell He doesn't want to share it -- not with a blobby violet anenome & a tickly bristleworm But life in the rock pool proves tougher than Crab thinks & soon he finds he needs his new housemates in this rollicking story of sea shells & friendship Sharing a Shell was the first collaboration of the bestselling team; Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks ...

The Sharing a Shell Sticker Book is a must-have for fans of the bestselling picture book Sharing a Shell It's packed with games activities & over 400 stickers Perfect for birthdays rainy days & school holidays
- a great gift for any child From Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks an unstoppable picture book pairing & creators of the modern classics What the Ladybird Heard & What the Ladybird Heard Next Other Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks sticker books to collect Sugarlump & the Unicorn Sticker Book The Princess & the Wizard Sticker Book & The Rhyming Rabbit Sticker Book
...

Help your child get ready for school with Skills for Starting School Sharing is Caring Learning to get along with others is a key skill for starting school & Sharing is Caring is the perfect way to open up a discussion with your child about friendship Funny friendly characters Bip Bop & Boo star in a simple story about caring for others & sharing so they play better together Open questions encourage children to take an active role in the story giving them a chance to empathise with the characters & consider their feelings Learning about friendship with Skills for Starting School Sharing is Caring will help children to settle in their new classroom & feel more confident & comfortable at school ...

DK Eyewitness has an exciting new look! Shark is now more engaging & entertaining From the Great Hammerhead to the Blue Shark Shark by Eyewitness lets your child learn all about different types of sharks what they eat & how they fight! Find out how sharks hunt their prey how their strong teeth & jaws work & what makes them one of the most dangerous creatures in the ocean The Eyewitness reference series is perfect for homework help or school projects Packed with all the essential information stunning artwork & photography from the previous edition Shark by Eyewitness is now more interactive & colourful than ever with new infographics statistics facts & timelines plus a giant fold-out wall chart full of facts perfect for bedrooms or classrooms ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Documentary series from the BBC Natural History Unit which explores the ocean&s greatest predators Narrated by actor Paul Mc Gann the series features footage of over 30 different types of shark & looks at the daily lives of the creatures that have survived to outlive the dinosaurs The programme documents & explains the animal&s complex behaviour including how they hunt their social interactions & complex courting rituals how they raise their offspring & even the threats they face in their natural habitat ...

Save your catch before it snaps Rescue the fish from the shark&s mouth using the fishing rod but be careful it might bite Roll the dice to see how many fish you need to rescue from the shark&s jaws The player with the most fish at the end of the game is the winner Save your catch before the sharks jaws snap! Super scary & surprising snapping & jumping motion Each game play is different & each time a different fish triggers the snap! No batteries required! quick & easy to start playing For ages 3 years & over ...

Need a handy durable & lightweight shopping bag that is practical strong & looks great?! Then look no further than our polyester shopping bag range Made from strong polyester they are practical for everyday use whether going to do the weekly shop or having a day out at the beach They are a great gift with a huge range of designs to suit all tastes ...

New bone china mugs are a great gift for all ages & we have a fantastic selection of designs available As well as being food safe our new bone china mugs can be put in the dishwasher & the microwave so are versatile as well as looking great Coming with a decorative gift box these mugs are ideal gifts for all your friends & family With our colour change collection when you add a hot liquid to the mug the full colour design is revealed around the outside As the contents cools the image gradually fades ...