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Escape from Overshoot

Economics for a Planet in Peril

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An excellent primer on key insights and questions in ecological economics from a celebrated pioneer of the field.—Jason Hickel, author, Less is MoreEarth is in overshoot. The juggernaut of economic growth rolls on, consuming the biosphere, breaking planetary boundaries, and stretching inequality and injustice to the breaking point. But does it really need to be this way? And if not, what are the ... Read more

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An excellent primer on key insights and questions in ecological economics from a celebrated pioneer of the field.—Jason Hickel, author, Less is MoreEarth is in overshoot. The juggernaut of economic growth rolls on, consuming the biosphere, breaking planetary boundaries, and stretching inequality and injustice to the breaking point. But does it really need to be this way? And if not, what are the
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Herman Daly’s Economics for a Full World

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As the first biography of Professor Herman Daly, this book provides an in-depth account of one of the leading thinkers and most widely read writers on economics, environment and sustainability.Herman Daly’s economics for a full world, based on his steady-state economics, has been widely acknowledged through numerous prestigious international awards and prizes. Drawing on extensive interviews with ... Read more

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As the first biography of Professor Herman Daly, this book provides an in-depth account of one of the leading thinkers and most widely read writers on economics, environment and sustainability.Herman Daly’s economics for a full world, based on his steady-state economics, has been widely acknowledged through numerous prestigious international awards and prizes. Drawing on extensive interviews with
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This book comprises a fascinating discussion of the future of agriculture as conceived at the start of the twentieth century. It explores the advantages which societies could derive from a combination of industrial pursuits with intensive agriculture, and 'brain work' with manual work. This is a book that is sure to appeal to those with a keen interest in the history of agriculture, and is a text ... Read more

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This book comprises a fascinating discussion of the future of agriculture as conceived at the start of the twentieth century. It explores the advantages which societies could derive from a combination of industrial pursuits with intensive agriculture, and 'brain work' with manual work. This is a book that is sure to appeal to those with a keen interest in the history of agriculture, and is a text
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Public Policy in Action

Perspectives on the Policy Process

by Victor Bekkers, Menno Fenger, Peter Scholten ...

This comprehensive textbook explores the policy process from a multitude of perspectives, including rationalism, culturalism, institutionalism and from a political point of view. This allows students to discover key concepts from the policy science literature and gain a deeper understanding of how public policy is discussed academically and shaped empirically.Public Policy in Action gives a ... Read more

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This comprehensive textbook explores the policy process from a multitude of perspectives, including rationalism, culturalism, institutionalism and from a political point of view. This allows students to discover key concepts from the policy science literature and gain a deeper understanding of how public policy is discussed academically and shaped empirically.Public Policy in Action gives a
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Managing without Growth, Second Edition

Slower by Design, not Disaster

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Ten years after the publication of the first edition of this influential book, the evidence is even stronger that human economies are overwhelming the regenerative capacity of the planet. This book explains why long-term economic growth is infeasible, and why, especially in advanced economies, it is also undesirable. Simulations based on real data show that managing without growth is a better ... Read more

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Ten years after the publication of the first edition of this influential book, the evidence is even stronger that human economies are overwhelming the regenerative capacity of the planet. This book explains why long-term economic growth is infeasible, and why, especially in advanced economies, it is also undesirable. Simulations based on real data show that managing without growth is a better
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Mutual Aid

A Factor of Evolution

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“Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution” is a 1902 collection of essays by Russian naturalist and anarchist philosopher Peter Kropotkin. Originally published in “The Nineteenth Century” from 1890 to 1896, the essays examine mutually-beneficial cooperation and reciprocity in both animal and human societies. Contents include: “Mutual Aid Among Animals”, “Mutual Aid Among Animals (continued)”, “Mutual Aid ... Read more

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“Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution” is a 1902 collection of essays by Russian naturalist and anarchist philosopher Peter Kropotkin. Originally published in “The Nineteenth Century” from 1890 to 1896, the essays examine mutually-beneficial cooperation and reciprocity in both animal and human societies. Contents include: “Mutual Aid Among Animals”, “Mutual Aid Among Animals (continued)”, “Mutual Aid
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Energy and the Quality of Life

Understanding Energy Policy

by Peter Victor, Robert Macdonald, Clifford Hooker, Robert van Hulst ...

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As the supply/cost crunch tightens, issues related to energy become increasingly compelling. This is a guide for the general public to the fossil fuel crisis facing Canada, and Ontario in particular. It is also about other long-term matters of greater importance: the economic, socio-political, and cultural consequences of the choices which now have to be made, primarily by governments.The authors ... Read more

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A Film (3,000 Meters)

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Legends of Lancashire

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by Peter Landreth, Victor Ball ...

In "Legends of Lancashire," Peter Landreth skillfully weaves a tapestry of folklore, history, and myth that illuminates the rich cultural heritage of Lancashire. Through a series of compelling narratives, Landreth employs a lyrical prose style that draws readers into the heart of the region's legends'—from tales of bride-stealing spirits to encounters with mischievous goblins. This collection not ... Read more

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In "Legends of Lancashire," Peter Landreth skillfully weaves a tapestry of folklore, history, and myth that illuminates the rich cultural heritage of Lancashire. Through a series of compelling narratives, Landreth employs a lyrical prose style that draws readers into the heart of the region's legends'—from tales of bride-stealing spirits to encounters with mischievous goblins. This collection not
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Escape from Overshoot

Economics for a Planet in Peril

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Earth overshoot will end either by design or by disaster. Which future should we choose?Earth is in overshoot. The cumulative impact of 8 billion humans combined with the relentless pursuit of economic growth in the name of "progress" has stressed the planet beyond its limits. We must act now.Surveying economic alternatives and charting plausible paths forward for a planned economic contraction, ... Read more

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Earth overshoot will end either by design or by disaster. Which future should we choose?Earth is in overshoot. The cumulative impact of 8 billion humans combined with the relentless pursuit of economic growth in the name of "progress" has stressed the planet beyond its limits. We must act now.Surveying economic alternatives and charting plausible paths forward for a planned economic contraction,
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The Great French Revolution - 1789â€“1793

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Written by one of the greatest anarchists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, “The Great French Revolution – 1789–1793” is not to be missed by those with an interest in history and sociology. In this volume, Kropotkin offers a thought-provoking alternative perspective on the French Revolution. Contents include: “The Two Great Currents of the Revolution”, “The Idea”, “Action”, “The People ... Read more

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Written by one of the greatest anarchists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, “The Great French Revolution – 1789–1793” is not to be missed by those with an interest in history and sociology. In this volume, Kropotkin offers a thought-provoking alternative perspective on the French Revolution. Contents include: “The Two Great Currents of the Revolution”, “The Idea”, “Action”, “The People
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Pollution

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Series series Routledge Library Editions: Environmental and Natural Resource Economics
This study, originally published in 1972, examines the connections between human society and the rest of the universe that are attributable to economic activity. These include the inputs from the environment to industry, such as oxygen, used in the combustion of mineral fuels. Also included are the industrial outputs which are fed back into the environment in the form of waste products. An attempt ... Read more

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This study, originally published in 1972, examines the connections between human society and the rest of the universe that are attributable to economic activity. These include the inputs from the environment to industry, such as oxygen, used in the combustion of mineral fuels. Also included are the industrial outputs which are fed back into the environment in the form of waste products. An attempt
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