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Makers
560 pages, 2018
fiction
1382 booksPerry and Lester invent things―seashell robots that make toast, Boogie Woogie Elmo dolls that drive cars. They also invent entirely new economic systems, like the "New Work," a New Deal for the technological era.
Barefoot bankers cross the nation, micro-investing in high-tech communal mini-startups like Perry and Lester's. Together, they transform the country, and Andrea Fleeks, a journo-turned-blogger, is there to document it.
Then it slides into collapse. The New Work bust puts the dot.com bomb to shame. Perry and Lester build a network of interactive rides in abandoned Wal-Marts across the land. As their rides, which commemorate the New Work's glory days, gain popularity.
A rogue Disney executive grows jealous and convinces the police that Perry and Lester's 3D printers are being used to run off AK-47s.
Hordes of goths descend on the shantytown built by the New Workers, joining the cult. Lawsuits multiply as venture capitalists take on a new investment strategy: backing litigation against companies like Disney.
Lester and Perry's friendship falls to pieces when Lester gets the ‘fatkins' treatment, turning him into a sybaritic gigolo. Then things get really interesting.
Cory Doctorow's Makers explores the concept of 'Maker Culture', a movement where people create and market their own products. It's a call to action for everyone to tap into their creativity and innovation. You don't need a big company to make something great, you just need an idea and the will to make it happen.
In Makers, Doctorow paints a picture of a future where open source is the norm. He suggests that sharing ideas and collaborating can lead to greater innovation. So, why not take a look at how you can contribute to the open source community?
The book shows us a world where big corporations are no longer the only players. Small, decentralized groups of makers can have a big impact. It's a reminder that you don't need to be part of a large organization to make a difference.
One of the key messages in Makers is the importance of adaptability. In a rapidly changing world, the ability to pivot and adapt is crucial. So, take a moment to see how you can be more flexible and open to change in your own life.
Doctorow's Makers emphasizes the importance of community in the maker culture. It's not just about creating things, but also about connecting with others. So, why not check out local maker spaces or online communities and start making connections?
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Cory Doctorow's Makers is a book that manages to both be entertaining and thought provoking. It's a powerful exploration of the future of creativity and innovation.
Neil Gaiman - Author, Screenwriter, ProducerDoctorow's Makers is a visionary glimpse into the future of our society. It's a must-read for anyone interested in where we're headed.
Bruce Sterling - Science Fiction AuthorMakers by Cory Doctorow is a compelling narrative that challenges our perceptions of property, value, and innovation.
Lawrence Lessig - Law Professor, Activist
