Author: BROWN, MARIANNE
Title: The Shetland Way. Community and Climate Crisis on My Father's Islands.
Description: London: Harper Collins, 2025. First Edition; First Impression. Original boards. Dustjacket: light wear to top edges. ; 22.4 x 14 x 3.2 cms; 326 pages; The Shetland Way: Community and Climate Crisis on My Father's Islands by Marianne Brown is a compelling blend of memoir and environmental investigation, set against the evocative backdrop of the Shetland Islands. In February 2020, environmental journalist Marianne Brown travelled to Voe, Shetland, for her father's funeral. What was intended as a brief visit extended into a six-month stay due to the COVID-19 lockdown. During this time, Brown immersed herself in the local community and landscape, confronting personal grief while exploring broader environmental issues. Central to the narrative is the controversy surrounding a proposed large-scale wind farm on the islands. Brown delves into the community's divided perspectives: some view the project as a step towards combating climate change, while others fear its impact on the local environment and traditional ways of life. Through interviews, historical context, and personal reflection, she presents a nuanced examination of the tensions between progress and preservation. Brown's writing is lauded for its clarity and depth, offering readers insight into the complexities of environmental decision-making and the importance of community engagement. Her journey underscores the interconnectedness of personal loss and collective responsibility, making The Shetland Way a poignant and thought-provoking read. For those interested in environmental issues, community dynamics, and personal narratives, The Shetland Way provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by communities at the forefront of climate change.. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket .
Keywords: Warming Global Heating Capitalism Power
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Title: The Shetland Way. Community and Climate Crisis on My Father's Islands.
Description: London: Harper Collins, 2025. First Edition; First Impression. Original boards. Dustjacket: light wear to top edges. ; 22.4 x 14 x 3.2 cms; 326 pages; The Shetland Way: Community and Climate Crisis on My Father's Islands by Marianne Brown is a compelling blend of memoir and environmental investigation, set against the evocative backdrop of the Shetland Islands. In February 2020, environmental journalist Marianne Brown travelled to Voe, Shetland, for her father's funeral. What was intended as a brief visit extended into a six-month stay due to the COVID-19 lockdown. During this time, Brown immersed herself in the local community and landscape, confronting personal grief while exploring broader environmental issues. Central to the narrative is the controversy surrounding a proposed large-scale wind farm on the islands. Brown delves into the community's divided perspectives: some view the project as a step towards combating climate change, while others fear its impact on the local environment and traditional ways of life. Through interviews, historical context, and personal reflection, she presents a nuanced examination of the tensions between progress and preservation. Brown's writing is lauded for its clarity and depth, offering readers insight into the complexities of environmental decision-making and the importance of community engagement. Her journey underscores the interconnectedness of personal loss and collective responsibility, making The Shetland Way a poignant and thought-provoking read. For those interested in environmental issues, community dynamics, and personal narratives, The Shetland Way provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by communities at the forefront of climate change.. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket .
Keywords: Warming Global Heating Capitalism Power
Price: GBP 12.00 = appr. US$ 17.14 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: 63356
- Book number: 63356
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