Regenesis
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Regenesis
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Regenesis
Regenesis by George Monbiot is an extraordinary exploration into the future of food and humanity, offering a revolutionary perspective on how we can transform not just our agricultural practices but our entire relationship with the living world. This brilliant work delves deeply into the environmental impacts of conventional farming and presents groundbreaking solutions to the world's food crisis.
For the first time since the advent of agriculture, we have an opportunity to completely overhaul our food systems. Farming, although essential for our survival, is the leading cause of environmental degradation, covering thirty times more land than urban areas. This expansion has led to deforestation, wildlife destruction, and water pollution, all while millions of people continue to suffer from hunger.
Monbiot's Regenesis illuminates a stark reality: our current food system is on the verge of collapse. Yet, he presents a hopeful and inspiring vision for the future. Drawing from pioneering research in soil ecology, he uncovers how understanding the complex world beneath our feet can enable us to farm more efficiently and sustainably. This not only promises to alleviate food scarcity but also to significantly reduce environmental harm.
The book introduces readers to a diverse group of innovators who are challenging conventional agricultural wisdom. Monbiot meets with a fruit and vegetable grower who is redefining soil fertility, breeders developing perennial grains that eliminate the need for harmful ploughing and chemicals, and scientists who are creating revolutionary methods to produce protein and fat without traditional farming. These visionaries demonstrate how microbial life can be harnessed to foster a harmonious coexistence with our planet.
Regenesis is not merely a critique of current agricultural practices but a compelling blueprint for a sustainable future. Monbiot’s narrative is underpinned by meticulous research and personal anecdotes, making the science accessible and engaging. His passionate call to action encourages readers to rethink our connection to the earth and consider how innovative, science-based solutions can lead to an age of ecological renewal and abundance.
In summary, Regenesis is a profoundly thought-provoking and inspiring book that challenges us to imagine a world where we can nourish ourselves without devastating the environment. It is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainability, agriculture, or the future of our planet.
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Regenesis is praised for its revolutionary vision of transforming food production to make it more sustainable and equitable, while restoring the natural world. Reviewers commend Monbiot for his deep research, rigorous analysis, and the hope he provides for addressing the global food crisis. The book is noted for offering practical solutions and inspiring readers with its poetic exploration of soil and farming politics.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780141992990
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 258g
Pages: 352
About the Author
George Monbiot is an author, Guardian columnist and environmental campaigner. His best-selling books include Feral- Rewilding the Land, Sea and Human Life and Heat- How We Can Stop the Planet Burning; his latest is Out of the Wreckage- A New Politics for an Age of Crisis. George cowrote the concept album Breaking the Spell of Loneliness with musician Ewan McLennan, and has made a number of viral videos. One of them, adapted from his 2013 TED talk, How Wolves Change Rivers, has been viewed on YouTube over 40 million times. Another, on Natural Climate Solutions, which he co-presented with Greta Thunberg, has been watched over 60 million times.
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