The Earthscan Reader on Sustainable Consumption by Tim Jackson
Sustainable consumption is a controversial concept: politically, socially and intellectually. This book provides a coherent synthesis of key contributions to the literature on consumption and sustainability, comprising a collection of selected papers and extracts from books, journals and institutional publications.'This useful book lays out the case for making consumption sustainable, or at least less unsustainableEssays by a variety of distinguished authors explore the psychological as well as social and economic factors, and end with propositions about how to understand and manage ourselves.' Sir Crispin Tickell, Chancellor, University of Kent, UK
'Professor Jackson has compiled (and contributed to) an outstanding collection of eclectic papers on the multi-faceted conundrum of consumption. This comprehensive volume frames the problem, makes the case against consumerism, unmakes it again in an intriguing section on 'resisting simplicity' and ends by 'reframing sustainable consumption.' Anyone hoping to understand the role of consumption in placing (un)sustainability among the most intractable problems confronting the modern world should begin with a thorough read of Jackson's new collection.' William E. Rees, Professor, University of British Columbia, Canada
'This is an invaluable guide to the innovative and urgent field of sustainable consumption. The way we live and the life of the planet are intertwined and this book is an excellent resource for those who wish to know.' Ed Mayo, Chief Executive, National Consumer Council, UK
'A comprehensive introduction provides an excellent guide through the complex arena of sustainable consumption.'
Magazine of the IEMA
'I highly recommend this book... This reader presents a thoughtful selection of the best literature available in the field and is organized as a practical and essential framework for better understanding
a very central topic at the core of many environmental issues.'
Journal of Industrial Ecology
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| ISBN 13 | 9781844071647 |
| ISBN 10 | 1844071642 |
| Title | The Earthscan Reader on Sustainable Consumption |
| Author | Tim Jackson |
| Series | Earthscan Reader Series |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2006-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 416 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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