Books matching: climate change consequences
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Save:The Sea and Summer by George Turner is a speculative fiction novel set in a future Australia facing the consequences of climate change. The story unfolds in a society divided between the wealthy 'Sweet' and the struggling 'Swill', where the rising seas have flooded the land, leaving the majority of the population in poverty. Through the perspectives of various characters, the author explores themes of environmental threats, government inaction, social structures in crisis, and the struggle for survival in a dystopian world. The writing style is praised for its literary quality, well-developed characters, and thought-provoking narrative that delves into the possible outcomes of present-day complacency towards pressing global issues.
The sun, high in early afternoon, sparkled on still water. There was no breeze; only the powercraft’s wake disturbed the placid bay. The pilot’s chart showed in dotted lines an old riverbed directly b... - #2
Save:In "Bridge 108" by Anne Charnock, readers are transported to a future world ravaged by climate change, where industry has been destroyed, nations flooded, and immigration has led to the creation of dystopian societies in the remaining fertile areas. The novel follows the story of Caleb, a 12-year-old boy forced into what is essentially slave labor, as he navigates a world filled with refugees, casual work, and a two-tier society caused by brain enhancements. Through a variety of voices and viewpoints, Charnock weaves a complex narrative that explores themes of family, coming of age, and the consequences of climate change in a very possible future.
The story in "Bridge 108" is characterized by its strong character development, believable future world affected by climate change, and the author's skillful narration that seamlessly switches between characters and scenes. The book is described as a complex and good end-of-civilization story that is both thought-provoking and engaging, with a plot that is guaranteed to be polarizing and evokes strong reactions from readers.
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Save:In a not too distant future when climate change has made Earth almost uninhabitable, humans have figured out faster than light travel and they've found a distant planet that has good conditions for human habitation. Women's rights have eroded, and even though there are many women who are highly qualified to fly in space, a group of men is going to be the first to go to the new planet. However, a crew of women steal the spaceship and plan to go to the planet first. The mastermind behind this plot is a rich entrepreneur imagine a female Elon Musk. The book is narrated by her adopted daughter, Naomi, who has dreamed of space flight her whole life and has worked hard to achieve that goal. The book is the story of their spaceflight, interspersed with flashbacks to the deaths of Naomi's parents, being raised by her adoptive mother, and her difficult space career. Naturally the crew of the spaceship start to encounter difficulties they're in big trouble on Earth for stealing a spaceship, they discover that there's a cryogenically frozen crew of men on board, the ship's life support systems have problems and these create some moral dilemmas for the crew. This is an engaging thriller, with just enough foreshadowing to keep you guessing. The two main characters are very well developed. The other characters are a bit flat, but the book is really about the psychological tension between Naomi and Valerie.
Goldilocks is set in the future where women are being forced out of their jobs to stay home and take care of the one child they can have before paying a steep child tax on any additional children they may have. The climate is ravaging the earth and scientists best guess is that Earth may have another 30 years before it has been completely exhausted of resources and mankind most likely will not survive. Naomi is a botanical researcher who specializes in growing plants that can survive on other planets. She is working in Scotland when her estranged mother,Valerie Black, the owner of a prestigious science company that is making a ship to travel to Cavendish. A planet in what is knows as the Goldilocks zone. An area that isn't too hot or cold and has potential to be a new home for the human race. Valerie wants to steal the ship Atalanta with 4 other women scientists and travel to Cavendish. When things start going wrong once they are in space Naomi starts to question Valerie's motives on what she hoped to accomplish on this journey. Overall I really enjoyed this story. The characters were well developed and the world building was believable and quite scary. The way the world was being run by governments is eerily similar to what is going on in the world today. If you liked The Martian or dystopian books like The Handmaid's Tale will enjoy this cautionary tale about the delicate balance of our planet and the choices we have to make.
There would be picnic blankets laid out on the parched dirt, legs oily beneath smears of sunblock, faces shadowed by hats and hidden behind sunglasses. They’d lift their filter masks long enough to ni... "The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History" by Elizabeth Kolbert is a nonfiction book that delves into the concept of extinction, both in the past and present. Kolbert presents a compelling argument about how human activities are leading to a modern, man-made sixth extinction event. Through well-researched and sobering accounts, the author compares current widespread extinctions to previous mass extinction events, painting a grim picture of the impact of human beings on global ecosystems. Despite the heavy subject matter, Kolbert's writing style is engaging and informative, making complex scientific concepts understandable and entertaining for readers.
Kolbert skillfully weaves together personal experiences, scientific research, and historical context to shed light on the ongoing extinction crisis. By exploring the impact of human behavior on the environment, the author prompts readers to reflect on the consequences of climate change, habitat destruction, and other factors contributing to the decline of plant and animal species. Through a series of captivating narratives, Kolbert presents a thought-provoking exploration of how humans are altering the planet in unprecedented ways, leaving readers with a sense of urgency and the realization that complacency is not an option in the face of ecological crisis.
The town of El Valle de Antón, in central Panama, sits in the middle of a volcanic crater formed about a million years ago. The crater is almost four miles wide, but when the weather is clear you can ...- #5
Save:'Walk the Vanished Earth' by Erin Swan is a unique blend of science fiction, dystopia, realism, and fantasy, set in a future where genetic manipulation creates beings capable of surviving on Mars. The novel spans different timelines and locations, from a climate-damaged Earth to Mars, portraying a post-apocalyptic world with intriguing characters and complex relationships. Despite some inconsistencies in the plot, the book offers a thought-provoking narrative that delves into themes of human ambition, survival, and the consequences of climate change.
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Save:In 'Flood' by Stephen Baxter, the world faces a catastrophic global disaster as rising sea levels engulf major cities like London and New York, forcing humanity to fight for survival on the last remaining areas of land. The novel follows a diverse group of characters as they navigate the apocalyptic events caused by the flooding, offering a human perspective on the unfolding catastrophe amidst a backdrop of awe-inspiring ideas and unforgettable moments.
The narrative delves into the consequences of extreme climate change, portraying a future where society is disrupted, governments are challenged, and individuals struggle to cope with the rising waters and shrinking land. Baxter's writing style intricately weaves together the personal stories of the characters with the larger-scale disaster, creating a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of how humanity grapples with an impending global crisis.
Every pothole and every crevice in the road was flooded. As the truck swerved through the streets of Barcelona the water sprayed up over Lily in her pallet under the chassis, stinking, oily stuff that... - #7
Save:'Green Earth' by Kim Stanley Robinson is a work of speculative fiction that explores a near-future world grappling with the consequences of climate change. The story follows a group of characters, including Frank Vanderwals, a scientist and advisor to the National Science Foundation, as they navigate a world where humanity takes desperate measures to save the ecosphere. The narrative weaves together personal relationships, technological solutions, and societal challenges in the face of a climate crisis that threatens the planet.
The Earth is bathed in a flood of sunlight. A fierce inundation of photons—on average, 342 joules per second per square meter. 4185 joules (one Calorie) will raise the temperature of one kilogram of w... - #8
Save:Lost Girl by Adam Nevill is a departure from his other work, in the sense that the main meat of the novel does not deal with any supernatural or otherworldly horrors. The story follows a father, known as The Father, whose world turned upside down when his four-year-old daughter was abducted from their home. Ignored by the police, he embarks on a relentless quest to find her in a dystopian world plagued by climate change and societal collapse. As he navigates through a deteriorating global situation, criminal underworld, and surreal dreamscapes, the father's journey leads him towards a realm that defies description, pushing him to his limits in a world where violence speaks louder than words.
Adam Nevill's writing style in Lost Girl is described as astounding, engaging all senses with incredible descriptions that evoke terror, fear, disgust, and the sounds of death. The novel presents a bleakly original tale exploring a father's unwavering determination to recover his kidnapped daughter, delving into themes of human nature, societal breakdown, and the lengths a parent would go to protect their child in a world on the brink of collapse.
In his mind the father had replayed the scenes of that hot afternoon more times than it was possible to remember. One thousand times, in the first six months following the abduction, might not have be... - #9
Save:The Wall by John Lanchester is a dystopian novel set in a future Britain where a massive wall has been built around the country to keep out refugees and immigrants due to rising sea levels caused by climate change. The story follows Kavanaugh, a young Defender tasked with guarding the wall and repelling the Others, who constantly try to breach it. The narrative explores themes of survival, duty, generational divides, and the impact of climate change on society, all portrayed through the perspective of ordinary individuals facing extraordinary circumstances.
The writing style in The Wall is vivid and fast-paced, making it a compelling page-turner that delves into the bleak and realistic consequences of environmental disaster and societal divisions. Lanchester's narrative captures the physical and mental challenges faced by the characters, the relationships formed among the guards, and the overall atmosphere of a dystopian world where young people are conscripted to defend their nation against a desperate outside world.
It’s cold on the Wall. That’s the first thing everybody tells you, and the first thing you notice when you’re sent there, and it’s the thing you think about all the time you’re on it, and it’s the thi... - #10
Save:'An Inconvenient Truth: The Planetary Emergency of Global Warming and What We Can Do About It' by Al Gore is a compelling narrative that delves into the urgent issue of global warming. Through stunning photos and simple explanations, Gore illustrates the reality of climate change and its consequences. The book emphasizes the importance of individual actions in combating this environmental crisis, urging readers to take responsibility and make a difference. With a mix of factual details, statistical analysis, and accessible information, Gore presents a persuasive argument for the need to address global warming before it's too late.
