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The Best of Times, The Worst of Times : Futures From the Frontiers of Climate Science

Authors :
Paul Behrens
Paul Behrens
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

A unique, highly readable approach to the environmental crisis, with alternating chapters outlining the effects on society if left unchecked, and the radical actions we can take to prevent itNow includes updated sections on COVID-19 and COP26 The environmental emergency is the greatest threat we face. Preventing it will require an unprecedented political and social response. And yet, there is still hope. Academic, physicist, environmental expert and award-winning science communicator Paul Behrens presents a radical analysis of a civilization on the brink of catastrophe. Setting out the pressing existential threats we face, he writes, in alternating chapters, of what the future could look like at its most pessimistic and hopeful. In lucid prose, Behrens argues that structural problems need structural solutions, and examines critical areas in which political will is required, including women's education, food and energy security, biodiversity and economics. The book was printed with two different jackets, to illustrate the unique duality of the author's approach.

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9781911648093 and 9781911648109
Database :
eBook Index
Journal :
The Best of Times, The Worst of Times : Futures From the Frontiers of Climate Science
Publication Type :
eBook
Accession number :
2629354