How To Resist Amazon And Why - Danny Caine

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A compelling nonfiction work that pulls back the curtain on Amazon’s ever‑growing grip on daily life, local economies and personal data. How to Resist Amazon and Why, written by Danny Caine, examines the company’s reach—from neighbourhood streets to government policy—and asks what happens when a single corporation becomes too essential to opt‑out of. Updated in 2022 and reread in March 2025, the book blends investigative reporting with a rallying call for a people‑powered future.

  • 📚 Explores Amazon’s impact on local commerce, data privacy, fair labour and independent bookstores

  • 🏛️ Historical look at antitrust law (Sherman Act) and why its original intent has eroded

  • 💡 Reveals how Amazon’s cheap prices are subsidised by its AWS platform, which powers giants such as Netflix, Meta and Twitter

  • 🔍 Shows how the marketplace model lets Amazon collect seller data, replicate best‑sellers and dominate the market

  • ✊ Provides a roadmap for readers who want to support community‑focused economics and ethical consumption

Note: Purchase includes a single printed book.

A compelling nonfiction work that pulls back the curtain on Amazon’s ever‑growing grip on daily life, local economies and personal data. How to Resist Amazon and Why, written by Danny Caine, examines the company’s reach—from neighbourhood streets to government policy—and asks what happens when a single corporation becomes too essential to opt‑out of. Updated in 2022 and reread in March 2025, the book blends investigative reporting with a rallying call for a people‑powered future.

  • 📚 Explores Amazon’s impact on local commerce, data privacy, fair labour and independent bookstores

  • 🏛️ Historical look at antitrust law (Sherman Act) and why its original intent has eroded

  • 💡 Reveals how Amazon’s cheap prices are subsidised by its AWS platform, which powers giants such as Netflix, Meta and Twitter

  • 🔍 Shows how the marketplace model lets Amazon collect seller data, replicate best‑sellers and dominate the market

  • ✊ Provides a roadmap for readers who want to support community‑focused economics and ethical consumption

Note: Purchase includes a single printed book.

More About This Book:

💬 Perfect for activists, small‑business owners, privacy‑concerned consumers and anyone curious about corporate power.
🔎 How to tell if it’s right for you: If you’ve noticed Amazon’s presence in your neighbourhood, wonder about its hidden revenue streams, or want concrete ideas for supporting local economies, this book offers the insight you need.
🛠️ Unique aspect: Combines legal history, economic analysis and personal anecdotes to create a clear, actionable narrative.