Earth in the Balance: Forging a New Common PurposeAl Gore leads the charge against climate change, the world's greatest threat, in an incendiary new foreword to this timeless classic that launched his environmental career. If you want to know Gore, you need this book! |
Contents
| 2000 | |
The Shadow Our Future Throws | |
Climate and Civilization A Short History | |
Buddhas Breath | |
If the Well Goes | |
Skin Deep | |
SelfStewardship | |
A New Common Purpose | |
A Global Marshall Plan | |
Conclusion | |
Acknowledgements | |
Bibliography | |
Credits | |
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