Recensione:
Praise for Atmosphere of Hope:
Thoughtful, candid and yes ultimately upbeat, Atmosphere of Hope could not be more timely. It is just the book the world needs right now.” Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth Extinction
The book does a remarkably good job of arguing that there is still hope for averting catastrophic climate change . . . [Flannery] fully acknowledges the steep challenges and serious obstacles we face. So when he affirms that a path to averting catastrophic climate change remains in place, we know the conclusion is not reached capriciously . . . Flannery’s exploration of the climate change problem is comprehensive. He covers everything from the underlying basic science to the nitty-gritty details of prospective solutions. The book is at its best when laying out the latter . . . What Flannery provides a convincing defense for the position that a path to averting catastrophic climate change still exists is invaluable.” Los Angeles Review of Books
In his new book, Atmosphere of Hope, best-selling Australian author Tim Flannery counsels cautious optimism by showing how the millions of small actions taken by individuals are driving down oil consumption and points out how new Third Way’ carbon-capture technologies promise to reduce emissions and create massive economic opportunities.”—National Geographic
An informative tour of promising multipronged approaches to one of humanity’s biggest challenges. Flannery’s solution-focused quest is especially timely.” Booklist
Flannery argues for renewed optimism in human capabilities to reverse the destabilizing effects of climate change. For years, the author has been in the forefront of spreading the warning of climate change’s dire consequences to a broad audience . . . A sharp summary of energy potentialities, where the good and the bad reside in human hands, hearts, and minds.” Kirkus Reviews
Certain people rise above the crowd. They choose to use their extraordinary talent and intelligence to make a difference. Scientist, scholar and activist Tim Flannery is one of those rare people . . . Atmosphere of Hope is a brilliant examination of where we are with climate change and where we might be able to go.” National Observer (Vancouver)
Praise for The Weather Makers:
An authoritative, scientifically accurate book on global warming that sparkles with life, clarity and intelligence.” Washington Post
At last, here is a clear and readable account of one of the most important but controversial issues facing everyone in the world today. If you are not already addicted to Tim Flannery's writing, discover him now.” Jared Diamond, author of The World Until Yesterday and Guns, Germs & Steel
Flannery . . . is without question an extraordinary scientist. . .. A passionate explication of human influence on climate change and a call to action. . . . A tour de force.” Science Magazine
L'autore:
Tim Flannery is a scientist, explorer, and conservationist. He has published more than 130 scientific papers and several books, includingThe Weather Makers, Throwim Way Leg, Here on Earth, and Among the Islands. He was named Australian of the Year in 2007, and from 2011 to 2013, he was head of the Australian Climate Change Commission.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.