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Filters Against Folly: How To Survive Despite Economists, Ecologists, And The Merely Eloquent
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For 20 Years Garrett Hardin Has Been Our Most Hardnosed Thinker About Ecological Problems...Filters Against Folly Makes Provocative Reading. Michael Crichtonthe Ecological Problems Facing Our World Present A Forum For Experts To Offer Slogans And Solutions On All Sides Of The Issue, But Leave Most Of Us Confused And Unsure Of The Future. In This Bracing Book, Garrett Hardin Offers A Plan For Clear Thinking About These Dangers. He Shows How The Filters Of Literacy, Understanding What Words Really Mean; Numeracy, Being Able To Quantify And Interpret Information; And Ecolacy, Assessment Of Complex Interactions Over Time, Can Allow Anyone To Make Sensible Judgments About Ecological Issueseven In The Face Of A Barrage Of Confusing Expertise.Filters Against Folly Offers An Antidote To Some Of The More Perverse And Dangerous Irrationalities Of Our Time: Wishful Selfdelusion, Educated Incapacity, And Foolhardy Optimism...If Ever This Book Were Needed, It Is Needed Today. Lynton K. Caldwell, School Of Public Environmental Affairs, Indiana University
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Filters Against Folly'? A: 'Filters Against Folly' focuses on providing a framework for clear thinking about ecological issues, emphasizing the importance of literacy, numeracy, and ecolacy in making informed judgments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Filters Against Folly' is Garrett Hardin, a renowned thinker known for his work on ecological problems.
- Q: When was 'Filters Against Folly' published? A: 'Filters Against Folly' was first published on June 3, 1986.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Filters Against Folly' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Filters Against Folly' have? A: The book contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What are the key features of the book? A: The book discusses concepts such as literacy, numeracy, and ecolacy as tools for understanding and addressing ecological issues.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in environmental economics? A: Yes, 'Filters Against Folly' is suitable for beginners, as it aims to clarify complex ecological problems in an accessible manner.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in environmental economics, ecology, and those seeking to better understand ecological issues will find this book beneficial.
- Q: Does this book contain any solutions to ecological problems? A: 'Filters Against Folly' provides a framework for thinking about ecological problems rather than specific solutions, encouraging readers to assess information critically.
- Q: Is 'Filters Against Folly' still relevant today? A: Yes, the themes discussed in 'Filters Against Folly' remain relevant as they address ongoing ecological challenges and the importance of critical thinking.