Big World, Small Planet: Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries

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Synopsis
Big World, Small Planet probes the urgent predicament of our times: how is it possible to create a positive future for both humanity and Earth?

We have entered the Anthropocene--the era of massive human impacts on the planet--and the actions of over seven billion residents threaten to destabilize Earth's natural systems, with cascading consequences for human societies. In this extraordinary book, the authors combine the latest science with compelling storytelling and amazing photography to create a new narrative for humanity's future. Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum reject the notion that economic growth and human prosperity can only be achieved at the expense of the environment. They contend that we have unprecedented opportunities to navigate a "good Anthropocene." By embracing a deep mind-shift, humanity can reconnect to Earth, discover universal values, and take on the essential role of planetary steward. With eloquence and profound optimism, Rockström and Klum envision a future of abundance within planetary boundaries--a revolutionary future that is at once necessary, possible, and sustainable for coming generations.

Copyright:
2015

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
208 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780300219319
Related ISBNs:
9780300218367
Publisher:
Yale University Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Bokforlaget Maz Strom
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Science, Outdoors and Nature, Business and Finance, Earth Sciences
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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