In this chapter Razeto seeks paths to solidarity economy in traditional indigenous economic and cultural practices. Situating the experience of the Andean peoples in the historical context of conquest, colonization, and the development of capitalism, Razeto considers the features that distinguish traditional economies and answers questions posed by their development: how was technology traditionally understood and practiced? To what degree do those features continue to exist? Can traditional economic forms and practices be recuperated, in whole or in part? Are they efficient? Which elements are most harmonious with solidarity economy?
