The Ethics of the Climate Crisis by Robin Attfield (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Ethics of the Climate Crisis by Robin Attfield The planet is in crisis. Time is short, but it is still possible to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions before disaster overtakes us all. Renowned philosopher Robin Attfield explains the moral reasons for urgent action based on current harms, threats to future generations, and to the species with which we share the planet. In compelling and student-friendly prose, he explores the science of climate change, biodiversity loss and air pollution, climate injustices, political implications of the crisis, and possible responses. Among other things, he argues that measures to introduce climate justice should be paid for by countries able to pay, and by the big polluters in particular. The recently agreed Loss and Damage fund can play a central part in climate funding. Related political measures, such as the introduction of Ecocide as an international crime alongside war crimes, also give cause for hope. Attfields passionately argued twentieth book, The Ethics of the Climate Crisis, is crucial reading for our times. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Robin Attfield is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at Cardiff University. Table of Contents AcknowledgementsChapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: The Science of Climate ChangeChapter 3: Related Crises: Biodiversity Loss and Air PollutionChapter 4: Ethics, Needs and Climate JusticeChapter 5: The Victims of Climate Injustice and the Shape of Climate JusticeChapter 6: Some Political ImplicationsChapter 7: Responding to the Crises ReferencesIndex Review "Robin Attfield is one of the best environmental ethicists of our times, and his new book manages again to bridge the chasm between abstract moral principles and concrete political reality. Critical citizens who want to be informed about the state of the question both in its normative and its descriptive dimension will benefit from the book."Vittorio Hösle, University of Notre Dame"This wide-ranging book is an intensively researched intervention in ongoing debates on climate justice. It is an outstanding contribution due to its comprehensive and biocentric perspective. A must-read for policy makers, scholars and everyone interested in sustaining a life-worthy planet."Leonie N. Bossert, University of TÜbingen"A compact, clearly written, extremely well-informed and deeply committed contribution to debate on this most urgent issue. Attfields call for wiser, more responsible stewardship goes along with an exemplary care for facts, figures and detailed reportage. The book should be read by anyone who shares his passionate concern for the flourishing – even the bare survival – of life on Earth."Christopher Norris, University of Cardiff"A very readable account of the science involved, together with estimates of climatic effects on all living things, including humans, and an examination of the ethical and moral questions that confront us as the world heats up."The Friend"… blends scientific facts, philosophical reasoning, and ethical concerns, making it a valuable guide for students, policymakers, and activists."The Philosophical Quarterly Details ISBN1509559094 Author Robin Attfield Language English Year 2024 ISBN-10 1509559094 ISBN-13 9781509559091 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-04-26 UK Release Date 2024-04-26 Pages 176 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Imprint Polity Press Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Alternative 9781509559084 Audience Professional & Vocational DEWEY 304.28 AU Release Date 2024-07-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160932505;

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