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Carbon Democracy: Political Power In The Age Of Oil
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A Brilliant, Revisionist Argument That Places Oil Companies At The Heart Of 20Thcentury Historyand Of The Political And Environmental Crises We Now Face. Guardiana Sweeping Overview Of The Relationship Between Fossil Fuels And Political Institutions From The Industrial Revolution To The Arab Spring. Financial Timesoil Is A Curse, It Is Often Said, That Condemns The Countries Producing It To An Existence Defined By War, Corruption And Enormous Inequality. Carbon Democracy Tells A More Complex Story, Arguing That No Nation Escapes The Political Consequences Of Our Collective Dependence On Oil. It Shapes The Body Politic Both In Regions Such As The Middle East, Which Rely Upon Revenues From Oil Production, And In The Places That Have The Greatest Demand For Energy.Timothy Mitchell Begins With The History Of Coal Power To Tell A Radical New Story About The Rise Of Democracy. Coal Was A Source Of Energy So Open To Disruption That Oligarchies In The West Became Vulnerable For The First Time To Mass Demands For Democracy. In The Midtwentieth Century, However, The Development Of Cheap And Abundant Energy From Oil, Most Notably From The Middle East, Offered A Means To Reduce This Vulnerability To Democratic Pressures. The Abundance Of Oil Made It Possible For The First Time In History To Reorganize Political Life Around The Management Of Something Now Called The Economy And The Promise Of Its Infinite Growth. The Politics Of The West Became Dependent On An Undemocratic Middle East.In The Twentyfirst Century, The Oilbased Forms Of Modern Democratic Politics Have Become Unsustainable. Foreign Intervention And Military Rule Are Faltering In The Middle East, While Governments Everywhere Appear Incapable Of Addressing The Crises That Threaten To End The Age Of Carbon Democracythe Disappearance Of Cheap Energy And The Carbonfuelled Collapse Of The Ecological Order.In Making The Production Of Energy The Central Force Shaping The Democratic Age, Carbon Democracy Rethinks The History Of Energy, The Politics Of Nature, The Theory Of Democracy, And The Place Of The Middle East In Our Common World.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point four six inches in length, zero point eight six inches in width, and eight point two five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'Carbon Democracy' have? A: The book contains two hundred eighty-eight pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is paperback bound.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Carbon Democracy'? A: The author of the book is Timothy Mitchell.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Carbon Democracy'? A: The main theme revolves around the relationship between fossil fuels and political institutions throughout history.
- Q: What is the recommended reading level for this book? A: This book is suitable for adults and those interested in political science and environmental studies.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: Is this book safe for children? A: While not specifically targeted at children, it contains complex themes suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: Can this book be read in one sitting? A: Yes, it can be read in one sitting, but it is recommended to take breaks to fully absorb the content.
- Q: Where can I find this book? A: You can find 'Carbon Democracy' at bookstores or online retailers.
- Q: How does this book compare to other political science books? A: This book offers a unique perspective on the influence of oil on democracy compared to traditional political science texts.
- Q: Is there a glossary or index in the book? A: No, 'Carbon Democracy' does not include a glossary or index.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you can typically return it to the retailer for a replacement or refund.
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- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photos? A: No, 'Carbon Democracy' does not include illustrations or photos, focusing solely on text.
- Q: Is there a digital version of this book available? A: Yes, there is a digital version available for those who prefer eBooks.