The Disenchanted Earth: Reflections on Ecosocialism and Barbarism

The Disenchanted Earth: Reflections on Ecosocialism and Barbarism

The Disenchanted Earth is a new book by Andreas Malm that argues that climate change is not simply a matter of too much carbon in the atmosphere, but also a matter of too much capitalism.

Capitalism is an economic system that is based on the exploitation of workers and the destruction of the environment. It is a system that is driven by profit, and profit is only possible when there is growth. But growth is impossible on a finite planet.

The Disenchanted Earth: Reflections on Ecosocialism and Barbarism

by Richard Seymour

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The climate crisis is the result of capitalism's growth imperative. The burning of fossil fuels, the destruction of forests, and the overfishing of oceans are all products of capitalism's need for growth. And as the climate crisis worsens, it is only going to lead to more poverty, inequality, and violence.

Malm argues that we need to move beyond capitalism to create a new society that is based on sustainability and equality. He calls this new society ecosocialism.

Ecosocialism is a political and economic system that is based on the principles of ecology and social justice. It is a system that respects the limits of the planet and works to create a more just and equitable world.

Malm argues that ecosocialism is the only way to avoid the worst effects of the climate crisis. He shows how ecosocialist policies can reduce emissions, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for everyone.

The Disenchanted Earth is a powerful and timely book. It is a book that offers a clear and concise analysis of the climate crisis and its root causes. It is also a book that offers hope. Malm shows that it is possible to create a better world, a world that is based on sustainability and equality. But only if we are willing to fight for it.

Praise for The Disenchanted Earth

“A powerful and timely book that offers a clear and concise analysis of the climate crisis and its root causes. It is also a book that offers hope. Malm shows that it is possible to create a better world, a world that is based on sustainability and equality. But only if we are willing to fight for it.”

- Naomi Klein, author of This Changes Everything

“Andreas Malm is one of the most important voices on the left today. His new book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the climate crisis and how to fight it.”

- Yanis Varoufakis, former finance minister of Greece

“Malm's book is a brilliant and timely analysis of the climate crisis and its root causes in capitalism. It is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet.”

-Raj Patel, author of The Value of Nothing

The Disenchanted Earth: Reflections on Ecosocialism and Barbarism

by Richard Seymour

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1222 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	168 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE