Ghosh, Amitav
The Nutmeg's Curse: Parables for a Planet in Crisis
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529369465
- author:
- Ghosh, Amitav
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Global Warming & Climate Change, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Nutmeg's Curse: A Parable for a Planet in Crisis The history of the nutmeg is one of conquest and exploitation, revealing the dark underbelly of our contemporary climate crisis. Amitav Ghosh explores how the dynamics of climate change are rooted in a centuries-old geopolitical order constructed by Western colonialism. The story of the nutmeg becomes a parable, highlighting the entanglement of human history with earthly materials and the natural world. Ghosh's book weaves together discussions on the global history of the oil trade, the migrant crisis, and the animist spirituality of indigenous communities, offering a sharp critique of contemporary society. By examining the interconnectedness of human and non-human forces, Ghosh sheds light on the profound ways in which our shared colonial past shapes our present. Through this lens, Ghosh frames the global pandemic and the Black Lives Matter protests, revealing the deep-seated inequalities that persist today. This thought-provoking book invites readers to consider the complex relationships between human history, the natural world, and the forces that shape our world.
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