56 pages 1 hour read

Rob Nixon

Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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Rob Nixon's Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor effectively highlights the intersection of environmental and social injustices, with compelling case studies. Critics praise its originality and narrative power, though some find it overly dense. A thought-provoking read, it brings crucial awareness to overlooked global issues.

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Who Should Read Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor?

Ideal for readers passionate about environmental justice and activism, Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor by Rob Nixon appeals to those who appreciated Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring and Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things. It explores the intersection of environmental degradation and social inequity.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Natural World: Environment
Society: War
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Topics
Politics / Government
Climate Change
Education
Genre
Education
Philosophy