Surroundings: A History of Environments and Environmentalisms,Used

Surroundings: A History of Environments and Environmentalisms,Used

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Given the ubiquity of environmental rhetoric in the modern world, its easy to think that the meaning of the terms environment and environmentalism are and always have been selfevident. But in Surroundings, we learn that the environmental past is much more complex than it seems at first glance. In this wideranging history of the concept, Etienne S. Benson uncovers the diversity of forms that environmentalism has taken over the last two centuries and opens our eyes to the promising new varieties of environmentalism that are emerging today.Through a series of richly contextualized case studies, Benson shows us how and why particular groups of peoplefrom naturalists in Napoleonic France in the 1790s to global climate change activists todayadopted the concept of environment and adapted it to their specific needs and challenges. Bold and deeply researched, Surroundings challenges much of what we think we know about what an environment is, why we should care about it, and how we can protect it.

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  • Q: What is the main theme of 'Surroundings: A History of Environments and Environmentalisms'? A: The book explores the complex history of environmentalism, revealing how the concepts of environment and environmentalism have evolved over the last two centuries.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Etienne S. Benson.
  • Q: When was 'Surroundings' published? A: The book was published on May 15, 2020.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: How many pages are in 'Surroundings'? A: The book contains 296 pages.
  • Q: In which category is this book listed? A: The book is categorized under Caribbean & West Indies.
  • Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as New.
  • Q: What unique aspects does the book cover regarding environmentalism? A: The book includes case studies that demonstrate how various groups, from naturalists to climate change activists, have shaped and adapted the concept of the environment to address specific challenges.
  • Q: What is the significance of the first edition of this book? A: The first edition presents original research and insights into the evolving understanding of environmentalism, making it significant for both scholars and general readers.
  • Q: Does this book include any features or illustrations? A: The product details do not specify any additional features or illustrations.

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