Green Delusions: An Environmentalist Critique of Radical Environmentalism

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Summary: Non-radical, practical environmentalism for global future
Review: Extremely well researched and informative book detailing the case against radical environmentalism and its belief that our only future is to revert to small communities, abandon any form of capitalism and revert to tribal-like simplicity on a global scale. These ideas are prevalent throughout the ecological movement and throughout "green" political parties. The author argues that these ideas, apart from failing to appeal at all to "the mainstream", if enacted would actually lead to global environmental catastrophy. A very down-to-earth but extremely wide ranging book giving a positive vision to those searching for a practical vision to cope with both local and global environmental problems. Written by a respected geographer, it ranges from tribal agriculture to critique of Reagan freemarket economics in its efforts to show that the way forward is by working practically with and bringing changes within, the existing capitalistic system rather than the utopian ideals of returns to pre-modern era, rural communities. A real vision for the future by someone who used to argue those very utopian visions and now is absolute in our need for realistic "now" solutions. An absolute must especially for those involved in environmental politics or academia.

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Summary: Lewis Misses the Target
Review: Martin W. Lewis sets out in his book "Green Delusions" to give an overall critique to the radical environmental movement, but his critique totally misses the target. The book was published in 1992 and feels out dated and irrelevant. So much have changed in the world and so has the environmental movement. "Green Delusions" seems far left behind in its arguements and view upon the world. Critique is always necessary when dealing with any question, especially environmental issues, but "Green Delusions" is with no doubt NOT the book to buy, if you're looking for good critique.

Rating:
Summary: Lewis Misses the Target
Review: Martin W. Lewis sets out in his book "Green Delusions" to give an overall critique to the radical environmental movement, but his critique totally misses the target. The book was published in 1992 and feels out dated and irrelevant. So much have changed in the world and so has the environmental movement. "Green Delusions" seems far left behind in its arguements and view upon the world. Critique is always necessary when dealing with any question, especially environmental issues, but "Green Delusions" is with no doubt NOT the book to buy, if you're looking for good critique.