Radical Ecology, Second Edition: The Search for a Livable World (Revolutionary Thought and Radical Movements) - Softcover

Merchant, Carolyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0415935784 ISBN 13: 9780415935784

Publisher: Routledge, 2005

Synopsis

This is a new edition of the classic examination of major philosophical, ethical, scientific and economic roots of environmental problems which examines the ways that radical ecologists can transform science and society in order to sustain life on this planet. It features a new Introduction from the author, a thorough updating of chapters, and two entirely new chapters on recent Global Movements and Globalization and the Environment.

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Review:

"Radical Ecology is crucial reading for anyone concerned with the liberation of human beings and the earth and the relationships between these projects." - Ynestra King, New School for Social Research

'Radical Ecology provides an excellent overview of ideas and practices aimed at finding solutions to very pressing issues facing the world today.' - Human Ecology (2007) Frank R Thomas 

 

Synopsis:

This substantially revised second edition of Merchant's classic guide to radical environmental politics and movements, offers a comprehensive overview of the philosophical, ethical, scientific and economic aspects of the environment. With a new introduction, updated chapters, and two new sections on recent global movements and on globalization and the environment, it specifically identifies ways in which radical ecologists can transform science and society in order to sustain life. This classic work by one of the most important voices in the environmental movement is a must-read for those involved in the fields of ecology, sociology and social policy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0415935784
• ISBN 13: 9780415935784
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 302