Burning Earth: How Global Warming is Shaping Our Future

· SREEKUMAR V T
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102
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In Burning Earth: How Global Warming is Shaping Our Future, author Sreekumar V T delivers a compelling exploration of one of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change. This thought-provoking book unpacks the science, consequences, and potential solutions to global warming, presenting a wake-up call for individuals, communities, and governments around the world.

Blending hard-hitting research with real-world stories, Burning Earth examines how rising temperatures are altering ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and reshaping economies and societies. From devastating wildfires and melting glaciers to the ripple effects on food security and global migration, the book vividly illustrates the interconnected nature of our planet's challenges.

Far from being purely alarming, Burning Earth also highlights humanity's resilience and innovation. It showcases groundbreaking technologies, grassroots movements, and policy shifts that could pave the way to a sustainable future. With practical advice for reducing your carbon footprint and inspiring examples of global cooperation, this book empowers readers to become part of the solution.

Whether you're a concerned citizen, policymaker, or student, Burning Earth is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the magnitude of the climate crisis and the steps we can take to protect our world for generations to come.


About the author

Sunil Amrith is the Renu and Anand Dhawan Professor of History at Yale University and professor at the Yale School of the Environment. He is the author of five books, most recently The Burning Earth, and recipient of multiple awards, including a MacArthur "genius" fellowship, a fellowship at the British Academy, and the 2024 Fukuoka Prize. He grew up in Singapore and lives in Connecticut.

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