Al Gore Knihy

With this book, the author, former Vice President of the United States, Al Gore brings together leading-edge research from top scientists around the world; photographs, charts, and other illustrations; and personal anecdotes and observations to document the fast pace and wide scope of global warming. He presents, with alarming clarity and conclusiveness - and with humour, too - that the fact of global warming is not in question and that its consequences for the world we live in will be disastrous if left unchecked

Kniha amerického viceprezidenta a kandidáta na úřad prezidenta s tematikou životního prostředí. Globální oteplování, bezhlavé chrlení odpadů, šíření pouští, destrukce ozonosféry, ztráta samočisticích schopností atmosféry, mizení lesa, ohrožení hydrosféry, to vše jsou nepříjemné věci, které se na lidstvo v současné době valí v souvislosti s globální ekologickou krizí. Gore se však nespokojuje pouze s tím, že by vyčísloval nejdůležitější hrozby, které pro nás ekologická krize představuje, ale naznačuje i cesty k dosažení východiska. Klade především důraz na každého z nás, jak se dokážeme se změnami vyrovnat nebo ztotožnit. Al Gore líčí své názory na politiku a ekonomiku, věnuje prostor vlastnostem člověka a lidské společnosti a z pozice věřícího člověka analyzuje vliv a možnosti náboženství.

Five years after the initial publication of Worldchanging, the landscape of environmentalism and sustainability has changed dramatically. The average reader is now well-versed--even inundated--with green lifestyle advice. In 2011, green is the starting point, not the destination. This second edition of the bestselling book is extensively revised to include the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in sustainable living. More than 160 new entries include up-to-the-minute information on the locavore movement, carbon-neutral homes, novel transportation solutions, the growing trend of ecotourism, the concept of food justice, and much more. Additional new sections focus on the role of cities as the catalyst for change in our society. With 50 percent new content, this overhauled edition incorporates the most recent studies and projects being implemented worldwide. The result is a guided tour through the most exciting new tools, models, and ideas for building a better future

It is now abundantly clear that we have at our fingertips all of the tools we need to solve the climate crisis. The only missing ingredient is collective will.Properly understood, the climate crisis is an unparalleled opportunity to finally and effectively address many persistent causes of suffering and misery that have long been neglected, and to transform the prospects of future generations, giving them a chance to live healthier, more prosperous lives as they continue their pursuit of happiness.Our Choice gathers in one place all of the most effective solutions that are available now and that, together, will solve this crisis. It is meant to depoliticize the issue as much as possible and inspire readers to take action—not only on an individual basis but as participants in the political processes by which every country, and the world as a whole, makes the choice that now confronts us.There is an old African proverb that says, "If you want to go quickly, go alone; if you want to go far, go together."We have to go far, quickly.We can solve the climate crisis. It will be hard, to be sure, but if we can make the choice to solve it, I have no doubt whatsoever that we can and will succeed.—AL GORE, from the introduction

Jedna z najvplyvnejších kníh dvadsiateho storočia.Kniha Tichá jar od Rachel Carson z roku 1962 je jednou z mála kníh, ktoré si môžu nárokovať na epochálny význam. Jej podrobne zdôvodnený útok na používanie pesticídov v americkom poľnohospodárstve pomohol posunúť environmentálne povedomie do popredia modernej politiky a vytvoril regulačné prostredie, ktoré poznáme dnes. Tichá jar je napísaná pútavým štýlom, ktorý spája vedeckú dôslednosť a pôsobivé obrazy. Práve používanie poetického jazyka povyšuje knihu nad obyčajnú vedeckú analýzu.Hneď po jej vydaní chemický priemysel využil všetky svoje zdroje, aby sa pokúsil zdiskreditovať Tichú jar aj samotnú Rachel Carson. Jej vášnivá práca, ktorá sa vyznačovala dôslednou úctou k pravde a veľkou intelektuálnou odvahou, sa však ukázala byť silnejšia ako útoky.Je zriedkavé, aby kniha dokázala zmeniť chod dejín, ale tejto eseji sa to podarilo a po vydaní sa stala klasikou environmentálnej literatúry. Rovnako možno Rachel Carson považovať za zakladateľku celosvetového environmentálneho hnutia. Dnes, keď viac ako kedykoľvek predtým pociťujeme dôsledky nezodpovedných a nebezpečných postupov, ktoré autorka odsúdila, je Tichá jar nevyhnutným čítaním pre každého, kto sa zaujíma o budúcnosť planéty a ľudských bytostí.

From the former vice president and #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author comes a frank and clear-eyed assessment of six critical drivers of global change in the decades to come. Gore identifies the emerging forces that are reshaping the world.

New York Times bestseller: A visionary analysis of the degradation of our public sphere and its consequences for our democracy. Nobel Peace Prize winner, bestselling author, activist, and political icon, Al Gore has become one of the most respected and influential public intellectuals in America today. The Assault on Reason takes an unprecedented look at how faith in the power of reasonâ€"the idea that citizens can govern themselves through rational debate

"An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power is a daring call to action, exposing the reality of how humankind has aided in the destruction of our planet and groundbreaking information on what you can do now. Vice President Al Gore, a leading expert in climate change, combines cutting-edge research from top scientists around the world with photos, personal anecdotes, and observations to document the fast pace and wide scope of global warming. He presents, with alarming clarity and conclusiveness, that the fact of global climate change is not in question and that its consequences for the world we live in will be disastrous if left unchecked. Follow Vice President Gore around the globe as he tells a story of change in the making and offers real actionable steps that you can take to help reverse the damage. This riveting and thought-provoking book is a must-have for everyone who cares deeply about our planet."--Page 4 de la couverture

The Democratic candidates outline their proposals concerning the economy, crime, education, energy, the environment, health care, housing, national security, business, space, trade, and welfare

Discusses how government now costs less and works better.

Overzicht in woord en beeld van de milieu-effecten die de door de mens veroorzaakte klimaatverandering met zich meebrengt.

La Tierra En Juego Ecología Y Conciencia Humana de Gore Al. Barcelona, 1993.

Wissenschaftsreportage zum Zusammenhang von langlebigen synthetischen Substanzen, ihrer hormonähnlichen Wirkung und abnehmender Fertilität bei Tier und Mensch.

349pages. in-8. Broché.