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Sustainable FuturesUnlock the future with this insightful exploration by Raphael Kaplinsky, a renowned development policy analyst. This brand new book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, delves into the pressing challenges of our time, including economic downturns, rising inequality, and environmental crises that threaten the fabric of our society. With 264 pages of comprehensive analysis, Kaplinsky argues that while we face significant sustainability crises, the
Unlock the future with this insightful exploration by Raphael Kaplinsky, a renowned development policy analyst. This brand new book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, delves into the pressing challenges of our time, including economic downturns, rising inequality, and environmental crises that threaten the fabric of our society. With 264 pages of comprehensive analysis, Kaplinsky argues that while we face significant sustainability crises, the path forward is not devoid of hope. He examines how historical technological paradigms, like the current Mass Production framework, have faced crises and transitions through time. By understanding these patterns, we can actively engage in initiating a shift towards sustainable economies and social equity. This book provides a holistic agenda for various stakeholders aiming to forge a prosperous, equitable, and environmentally sustainable future. Perfect for policymakers, students, and anyone passionate about driving change, this essential read will empower you to embrace the evolution towards a sustainable world. Remember, shipping is free for this item, but please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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ISBN: 9781509547838
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 264
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Long before the pandemic, economies across the world were in trouble, with growth slowing across the board. This downturn coincided with growing inequality and social exclusion. Rising political dissatisfaction with ruling elites fuelled the rise of populism. Add to this the alarming environmental emergency and few can deny we live in a time of multiple sustainability crises.
While this conclusion can lead to despair, in this broad-ranging book Raphael Kaplinsky, a leading development policy analyst, argues that the future is not necessarily bleak. Interrogating the causes and nature of the systemic crises we are living through, he shows how the challenges which we now face mirror previous historical epochs, in which dominant Âtechno-economic™ paradigms flourish, mature and run into crisis. In each case, decisive action is required to move to a more economically and socially sustainable world. In our time, we are witnessing the exhaustion of the Mass Production paradigm. How we herald and manage the transition to the next paradigm “ that of Information and Communications Technologies “ will determine our capacity to build a more prosperous, equitable and environmentally sustainable world. This book sets out an integrated agenda for action by multiple stakeholders to achieve this end.
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Durable cover, very sturdy.
Format: Hardcover
Perfect time allotment for the attention span of a 4 year old. Great illustration too.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025
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Meets expectations
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Such fun
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Our grandkids love us to read to them. We have way over 30 of these books. This one is a favorite.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024
★★★★★ 5
Caught my kids with it
Format: Hardcover
Heard my kids talking upstairs after bedtime one night so I went up to tell them to be quiet and go to bed. Lo and behold my 6 year old is sitting in bed with my 3 year old and reading her a bedtime story out of this book. At that point I couldn’t interrupt so I just let them finish while having a proud parent moment.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022
★★★★★ 5
Enchanting Short Stories That Delight Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
Disney Princess: 5-Minute Princess Stories is a delightful collection that brings magic and imagination to storytime in just a few minutes per tale. Each story is engaging, easy to follow, and filled with beloved princess characters that capture children’s attention and spark creativity. The colorful illustrations enhance the reading experience, making it fun for both kids and adults to enjoy together. Perfect for bedtime, travel, or quick reading breaks, this book offers charming, memorable moments that young readers will treasure again and again.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026