The Long Emergency
Surviving the End of Oil, Climate Change, and Other Converging Catastrophes of the Twenty-First Century
in:
Sociology
Summary:
The book presents a grim forecast of the challenges society will face as it grapples with the depletion of fossil fuels, particularly oil, and the ensuing economic, political, and social turmoil. It delves into the potential impacts of climate change and resource scarcity, advocating for a radical reorganization of living arrangements and a return to localized, sustainable economies.
Key points:
1. Peak Oil: Kunstler warns that society isn't ready for the end of cheap, abundant oil, which will disrupt industry, transport, and food.
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