Isbn: 9781932857900 - 50 facts that should change the world 2.0 (6 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Jessica Williams revisits her classic series of snapshots of life in the twentyfirst century. Revised and updated with lots of new material, this book is every bit as vital as the first edition. From the inequalities and absurdities of the socalled developed world to the vast scale of suffering wreaked by war, famine, and AIDS in developing countries, it paints a picture of incredible contrasts.This 2.0 edition again contains an eclectic selection of facts addressing a broad range of global issues, now with added emphasis on climate change, the decline in human rights and democratic freedoms around the world, the unexpected global impact of corporate growth, sports and media madness and inequality, and lots of updated facts and figures. Each is followed by a short essay explaining the story behind the fact, fleshing out the bigger problem lurking behind the numbers. Reallife stories, anecdotes, and case studies help to humanize the figures and make clear the human impact of the bald statistics.All of the facts remind us that whether we like to think of it or not, the world is interconnected and civilization is a fragile concept. Williams makes us think about some of the hard facts about our civilization, and what we can do about them.…

Zustand: Good. 1 Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Zustand: Good. 1 Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Zustand: As New. : En esta edición revisada y actualizada, Jessica Williams nos presenta una serie de datos impactantes sobre la vida en el siglo XXI. Desde las desigualdades en el mundo desarrollado hasta el sufrimiento causado por la guerra, el hambre y el SIDA en los países en desarrollo, este libro ofrece una visión de contrastes increíbles. Con un enfoque en el cambio climático, los derechos humanos y el impacto global de las corporaciones, este libro nos invita a reflexionar sobre la fragilidad de nuestra civilización y lo que podemos hacer al respecto. EAN: 9781932857900 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Historia Título: 50 Facts That Should Change the World 2.0 Autor: Jessica Williams Editorial: Disinformation Company Idioma: en Páginas: 320 Formato: tapa blanda.…