Summary:
The book exposes the global crisis of water scarcity and the privatization of water resources, highlighting the social and political consequences of treating water as a commodity. It presents case studies from around the world, illustrating the struggles of communities facing droughts, corporate control, and unequal access to this essential resource.
Key points:
1. Water Rights vs. Commodification: Piper notes a trend where water is sold as a commodity, impacting poor and marginalized people's access to this essential resource.
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