Earth in the Balance (Audio Cassette)

by Albert Gore (Author)

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Product Description
The vice-presidential candidate describes how far-reaching the environmental crisis is and calls for a radical change in humans civilization's relationship with the planet. Book available. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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The forward and epilogue, sincerely read by Al Gore, voice deep concern for our global environment. Throughout the remainder of the program Ed Begley's critical tone emphasizes the grave nature of the problem and Gore's demand for immediate action. Begley's habit of increasing the tempo when reading of mankind's abuses against nature reflects Gore's belief that this disastrous situation will soon be out of control. In the final portion of the program, the conviction with which the narrator reads the solutions to the crisis effectively persuades listeners that these are sensible remedies. Although the program drags in some places due to the exhaustive research included in the text, there is more than enough food for thought. M.P.T. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Audio Literature; CD/Ltd edition (March 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 155800792X
• ISBN-13: 978-1558007925
• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 5.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #5,382,051 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Balancing Bull [...], February 4, 2002

A Kid's Review

In a dry, long-winded manner, Senator Al Gore pieces together a marvel of exageration and fascination. He uses excessive details and extreme data to support a couple of theoretical, unproven ideas. He has good intentions, fully aware of the need to both inform and change public opinion concerning the environment, but he portrays his views in a dark, negative, and pesimistic way. However, no one can accuse Gore of lacking ample support for his point of view. He frequently uses long, abstract metaphors to make simple assertions seem complicated. His intent should be commended, however his writing should be banned.