{"product_id":"a-sustainable-civilization-unraveling-the-threads-of-change-hardcover","title":"A Sustainable Civilization: Unraveling the Threads of Change – Hardcover by James W. Fountain","description":"\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong\u003eJames W. Fountain\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eA Sustainable Civilization: Unraveling the Threads of Change\u003c\/em\u003e is a thoughtful, wide-ranging exploration of how humanity got here — and what it will take to build a future worth passing on. Equal parts history, science, and call to action, this hardcover is a genuinely engaging read for anyone who cares about the planet. It also makes a meaningful gift for students, educators, and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📖 What's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong\u003eThe Imperative for Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sustainability reframed not as a trend, but as an urgent, practical necessity grounded in evidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🏛️ \u003cstrong\u003eLessons from History:\u003c\/strong\u003e A look at how our ancestors interacted with the natural world — the missteps, the wisdom, and what we can carry forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eA World in Flux:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climate change brought into sharp, human focus — not as abstract data, but as a lived reality shaping communities today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong\u003eThe Renewable Revolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e How the global shift to sustainable energy is unfolding, and why it matters for long-term civilisational survival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eThe Waters of Life \u0026amp; Oceanic Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two dedicated chapters on freshwater scarcity and marine ecosystems — their challenges, their importance, and the solutions gaining traction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🦋 \u003cstrong\u003eBiodiversity's Beacon:\u003c\/strong\u003e An honest look at the threats facing biodiversity and why protecting it sits at the heart of any sustainable future.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🔬 \u003cstrong\u003eNew Horizons — Technological Frontiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forward-looking ideas at the intersection of technology, ecology, and culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Why Read It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🧠 \u003cstrong\u003eBuilds real understanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects economics, ecology, technology, and culture in a way that feels coherent rather than overwhelming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🎓 \u003cstrong\u003eAccessible to a wide audience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Written for scholars and students, but approachable enough for any engaged reader.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eLeaves you with hope and direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e This isn't a doom-and-gloom narrative — it's grounded in resilience and practical optimism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🎁 \u003cstrong\u003eA thoughtful gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for graduates, environmental advocates, or anyone ready to think more deeply about our shared future.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEncourages active participation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each chapter builds toward a vision of sustainability as an ongoing, collective process — not a fixed endpoint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📐 Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e James W. Fountain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 244\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.69 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 July 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Books by splitShops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e🛒 Pick up your copy of \u003cstrong\u003eA Sustainable Civilization\u003c\/strong\u003e today — for yourself, or as a gift for someone ready to think differently about the world we're all shaping together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50223880995036,"sku":"9781963443042","price":54.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/6136\/6166\/files\/06b3f75b2c3f2a32cfc7e4c45907996f.webp?v=1777680397","url":"https:\/\/closiist.com\/en-ca\/products\/a-sustainable-civilization-unraveling-the-threads-of-change-hardcover","provider":"Closiist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}