Hot Money

Hot Money by Naomi Klein is a compelling and deeply researched exploration of how unfettered capitalism is imperilling our planet. In this incisive work, Klein meticulously lays out the intricacies of climate science, economic forces, and political policies, revealing a sobering truth: the climate crisis is deeply entwined with the logic of market deregulation and neoliberal dogma. Through a series of engaging narratives and hard-hitting analysis, Klein posits that to mitigate the climate catastrophe, we must radically rethink and transform the global economic system that prioritises profits over people and the planet.

Spanning the past 75 years, Hot Money highlights how, in pursuit of financial gain, industries have neglected the environment, causing irrevocable harm. Klein brings to light the poignant stories of communities and ecosystems devastated by exploitative practices and challenges the reader to confront uncomfortable truths about our complicity in this destruction.

Part of Penguin Classics' series of notable environmental works, this book joins the ranks of literature that has significantly shaped the discourse on environmentalism. Visionary thinkers like Klein have raised their voices to defend the living planet, and their words have endured to become integral to the modern canon of environmental advocacy.

Klein doesn't just diagnose the problem; she argues passionately for tangible and transformative solutions. With unwavering clarity, she critiques the current power structures and advocates for a just and sustainable economic transition. Klein's message is urgent and clear: if we are to save our planet from irreversible damage, we must change everything about how our world is run.

Hot Money stands as a clarion call for action, demanding that we not only rethink our economic models but also embrace a more equitable and environmentally responsible path forward.