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The Blue Commons: Rescuing the Economy of the Sea by the acclaimed economist Guy Standing is a compelling exploration that delves deep into the dire state of our oceans. Recognized as a Financial Times Best Economics Book of 2022, this groundbreaking work combines urgent analysis with inspiring calls to action.
In The Blue Commons, Standing shines a light on the critical threats facing marine environments, illuminating the impact of corporate exploitation and rentier capitalism. This insightful narrative reveals how global finance and corrupt policies devastate marine resources, livelihoods, and communities worldwide.
Praised by notable voices, including David Bollier, who calls it “a landmark book,” and Jason Hickel, who emphasizes its visionary perspective for a better world, The Blue Commons is an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of our oceans.
The urgency of Standing’s message is clear: our oceans are not merely resources to be exploited, but vital components of our existence. Join the movement to rethink our approach and prioritize the wellbeing of both people and our oceans.
ISBN: | 9780241475881 |
Author: | Guy Standing |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Pelican |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 180 x 110 x 25 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 June, 2023 |
Pagination: | 592 pages |
Weight: | 322g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’