Abstract
This chapter explains the rationale behind the book. It provides basic definitions of the concept of the sharing economy as well as the primary meanings related to the subject of the analysis undertaken in the subsequent chapters. This Introduction also includes a description of the main benefits of the analysis of the sharing economy from a European perspective. It highlights that the idea of the book emerged from the collaboration of most co-authors in the COST Action CA16121 ‘From Sharing to Caring: Examining Socio-Technical Aspects of the Collaborative Economy.' Finally, the outline of the book is presented, providing a description of the content of each chapter within this academic collection.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Sharing Economy in Europe |
Subtitle of host publication | Developments, Practices, and Contradictions |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 3-18 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783030868970 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783030868963 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2022 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Collaborative Consumption
- Collaborative Economy
- Digital Platforms
- Peer-to-Peer Economy
- Sharing Economy