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Big World, Small Planet: Abundance Within Planetary Boundaries Hardcover – February 2, 2015

by Johan Rockstrom (Author)

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"If you have time to read one book on this subject, I highly recommend the new Big World, Small Planet, by Johan Rockstrom, director of the Stockholm Resilience Center, and Mattias Klum, whose stunning photographs of ecosystem disruptions reinforce the urgency of the moment."—Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times

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.

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208 pages
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English
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Bokforlaget Max Strom
Publication date

February 2, 2015
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6.22 x 0.87 x 8.43 inches
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9171263349
ISBN-13

978-9171263346
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Wagoner

Outstanding read. Prefer the hard cover book to the kindle version. Kindle does not do justice to photographs.

Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2015

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[Review of Kindle version] Big World, Small Planet is clearly written, well argued and - as the initial reviewer indicated - optimistic. If you have a choice, I recommend the hard cover version over the Kindle tablet version (e.g. Voyager). The images in Big World, Small Planet are an important part of the argument. Kindle's black and white photos do not do justice to Klum's photography. (A significant caveat: the kindle computer and iPad app do show the photographs in color.) As Rockstrom explains in the preface "a deep mindshift was required for genuine change, and that could not be reached through numbers alone. It had to come from both the heart and the brain." Big World, Small Planet offers a post-nation state prescription for acting on a threat more consequential than cyber, ISIS, proliferation, pandemics - pick your fear.

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Climate Change: Next Generation

Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2015

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If Silent Spring initiated concern about climate change and environmental issues, Big World Small Planet is Rachel Carson's brilliant descendent. It chronicles the science. Beautiful photography. And it's strategy and recommendations are on themark. Perhaps most importantly BWSP does not get caught up in the false choice of wealth vs poverty. It makes the case for good climate strategy as a solution for dealing with wealth inequality. It also clearly establishes deadlines. And it means DEAD lines.

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Crisis and Opportunity

Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2017

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This is an extraordinary book! While providing a summary of ecological threats that could lead to disaster, it points the way to solutions. I particularly noted, " If we can get it right on food, then we stand a very good chance of pursuing well-being with a safe operating space."

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harry levine

Please read this book.

Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2015

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Extraordinary. Every person on the planet needs to read this book immediately. Well written, cogent and convincing arguments, rational guidance for trying to keep our planet from tipping into an inhospitable environment for human life. Beautifully produced w photography that matches the words.

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jeanne

A very deep look at the planetary problems that will ...

Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2017

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A very deep look at the planetary problems that will haunt our children to which we are paying little attention. But, solutions are offered for your consideration.

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KLM

Excellent Book

Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2017

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Fantastic book. Everyone should read it!
Book arrived in a timely fashion and in perfect condition.

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A. Theodore Mollegen Jr.

Compelling!

Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2015

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A compelling picture of our environmental future and what we can do about it.

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We have limited time to become good stewards.

Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2015

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Provocative! Should be must read for all who care whether humanity will continue to thrive on planet earth!
We have limited time to become good stewards.

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Mr. J. F. Grant

An excellent succinct outline of the key issues facing us in ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 26, 2016

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An excellent succinct outline of the key issues facing us in the near future. Interestingly, it manages to tread a fine line of being positive while talking about the catastrophic issues/measurable changes that are happening by also offering solutions.

If anything I found it a little naïve in places but I suppose better that than "the sky is falling" or "change or die" both may be true but not sure if anyone will listen?

Finally, I enjoyed reading it and would recommend it heartily!

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地球の有限性。

Reviewed in Japan on September 11, 2018

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図や写真がとても綺麗。ゴアさんの本よりデータが確実かつ明瞭。

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