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Societies Beyond Oil: Oil Dregs and Social Futures by Urry, John
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Good
- Seller Notes
- Binding
- Paperback
- Book Title
- Societies Beyond Oil
- Weight
- 0 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9781780321684
- Subject Area
- Nature, Technology & Engineering, Social Science, History
- Publication Name
- Societies Beyond Oil : Oil Dregs and Social Futures
- Publisher
- ZED Books, The Limited
- Item Length
- 7.8 in
- Subject
- Civilization, Environmental Conservation & Protection, Sociology / General, General, Ecology, Petroleum
- Publication Year
- 2013
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.6 in
- Item Weight
- 10.8 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.1 in
- Number of Pages
- 304 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
ZED Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1780321686
ISBN-13
9781780321684
eBay Product ID (ePID)
120508980
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
304 Pages
Publication Name
Societies Beyond Oil : Oil Dregs and Social Futures
Language
English
Subject
Civilization, Environmental Conservation & Protection, Sociology / General, General, Ecology, Petroleum
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Nature, Technology & Engineering, Social Science, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
10.8 Oz
Item Length
7.8 in
Item Width
5.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2012-285458
Reviews
One of Europe's most celebrated social thinkers offers an incisive, at times disturbing, analysis of the obstacles to breaking our civilization's carbon addiction., A remarkably comprehensive survey of a huge field. To this vital subject area, John Urry brings his own unique understanding drawn from a deep study of issues around mobilities. Refreshingly clear and flowing with style, the book sparkles with insights and ideas., In this fascinating book John Urry writes the paradigmatic narrative of the power of oil, which made the modern dream: a highly mobile civilization. We (the globalized world) can neither live with oil nor without it. What future modernities, then, are lying beyond oil?, 'A brilliant book. A pioneering effort to fill a yawning gap in sociology - the lack of a sociology of energy.'Lord Giddens, Lab, House of Lords, London'In this fascinating book John Urry writes the paradigmatic narrative of the power of oil, which made the modern dream: a highly mobile civilization. We (the globalized world) can neither live with oil nor without it. What future modernities, then, are lying beyond oil?'Ulrich Beck, Institute for Sociology, München'One of Europe's most celebrated social thinkers offers an incisive, at times disturbing, analysis of the obstacles to breaking our civilization's carbon addiction.'Michael Ryan Davis, U. C. Riverside'A remarkably comprehensive survey of a huge field. To this vital subject area, John Urry brings his own unique understanding drawn from a deep study of issues around mobilities. Refreshingly clear and flowing with style, the book sparkles with insights and ideas.'Platform, www.platformlondon.org, 'A brilliant book. A pioneering effort to fill a yawning gap in sociology - the lack of a sociology of energy.'Lord Giddens, Lab, House of Lords, London'In this fascinating book John Urry writes the paradigmatic narrative of the power of oil, which made the modern dream: a highly mobile civilization. We (the globalized world) can neither live with oil nor without it. What future modernities, then, are lying beyond oil?'Ulrich Beck, Institute for Sociology, Mnchen'One of Europe's most celebrated social thinkers offers an incisive, at times disturbing, analysis of the obstacles to breaking our civilization's carbon addiction.'Michael Ryan Davis, U. C. Riverside'A remarkably comprehensive survey of a huge field. To this vital subject area, John Urry brings his own unique understanding drawn from a deep study of issues around mobilities. Refreshingly clear and flowing with style, the book sparkles with insights and ideas.'Platform, www.platformlondon.org, 'A brilliant book. A pioneering effort to fill a yawning gap in sociology - the lack of a sociology of energy.' - Lord Giddens, Lab, House of Lords, London'In this fascinating book John Urry writes the paradigmatic narrative of the power of oil, which made the modern dream: a highly mobile civilization. We (the globalized world) can neither live with oil nor without it. What future modernities, then, are lying beyond oil?' - Professor Ulrich Beck, Institute for Sociology, München'One of Europe's most celebrated social thinkers offers an incisive, at times disturbing, analysis of the obstacles to breaking our civilization's carbon addiction.' - Michael Ryan Davis, Professor in Creative Writing, U. C. Riverside' "Societies Beyond Oil" is a remarkably comprehensive survey of a huge field. To this vital subject area, John Urry brings his own unique understanding drawn from a deep study of issues around mobilities. Refreshingly clear and flowing with style, the book sparkles with insights and ideas.' - Platform, www.platformlondon.org, "A brilliant book. A pioneering effort to fill a yawning gap in sociology - the lack of a sociology of energy." -- Lord Giddens, Lab, House of Lords, London "One of Europe's most celebrated social thinkers offers an incisive, at times disturbing, analysis of the obstacles to breaking our civilization's carbon addiction." -- Michael Ryan Davis, U. C. Riverside "A remarkably comprehensive survey of a huge field. To this vital subject area, John Urry brings his own unique understanding drawn from a deep study of issues around mobilities. Refreshingly clear and flowing with style, the book sparkles with insights and ideas." -- Platform, www.platformlondon.org "In this fascinating book John Urry writes the paradigmatic narrative of the power of oil, which made the modern dream: a highly mobile civilization. We (the globalized world) can neither live with oil nor without it. What future modernities, then, are lying beyond oil?" -- Ulrich Beck, Institute for Sociology, München, A brilliant book. A pioneering effort to fill a yawning gap in sociology - the lack of a sociology of energy.
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
304.28
Table Of Content
Introduction: the problem of energy Part I Oil dregs 1. Oil and the crash of 2007-8 2. The century of oil 3. Consuming miles 4. Carbon capital 5. Peaking 6. The Chinese century? 7. The curse of oil Part II Social futures 8. Magic bullet future 9. Digital lives 10. Resource fights 11. Low carbon society 12. After easy oil
Synopsis
In this groundbreaking book, John Urry envisions the future of an oil-dependent world facing energy descent. Without a large-scale plan B, how can the energizing of society possibly be going into reverse?, What would a de-carbonised society be like? What are the implications of a general de-globalisation for our social futures? How will our high-carbon patterns of life be restructured in a de-energized world? As global society gradually wakes up to the new reality of peak oil, these questions remain unanswered. For the last hundred years oil made the world go round, and as we move into the century of 'tough oil' this book examines some profound consequences. It considers what societies would be like that are powering down; what lessons can be learned from the past about de-energized societies; will there be rationing systems or just the market to allocate scarce energy? Can virtual worlds solve energy problems? What levels of income and wellbeing would be likely? In this groundbreaking book, John Urry analyzes how the twentieth century created a kind of mirage of the future that is unsustainable into even the medium term and envisions the future of an oil-dependent world facing energy descent. Without a large-scale plan B, how can the energizing of society possibly be going into reverse?, What would a de-carbonised society be like? What are the implications of a general de-globalisation for our social futures? How will our high-carbon patterns of life be restructured in a de-energized world?As global society gradually wakes up to the new reality of peak oil, these questions remain unanswered. For the last hundred years oil made the world go round, and as we move into the century of 'tough oil' this book examines some profound consequences. It considers what societies would be like that are powering down; what lessons can be learned from the past about de-energized societies; will there be rationing systems or just the market to allocate scarce energy? Can virtual worlds solve energy problems? What levels of income and wellbeing would be likely?In this groundbreaking book, John Urry analyzes how the twentieth century created a kind of mirage of the future that is unsustainable into even the medium term and envisions the future of an oil-dependent world facing energy descent. Without a large-scale plan B, how can the energizing of society possibly be going into reverse?, This groundbreaking book, from a distinguished sociologist, examines the profound adjustments required to live in a world where oil is no longer an easily-available energy source. It considers what societies that are powering down would be like; what lessons can be learned from the past; will rationing systems or the market allocate scarce energy? Can virtual worlds solve energy problems? What levels of income and wellbeing would be likely?Urry analyzes how the twentieth century created a kind of mirage of the future that is unsustainable into even the medium term and envisions the future of an oil-dependent world facing energy descent. Without a large-scale plan B, how can the energizing of society possibly be going into reverse?
LC Classification Number
GF75.U77 2013
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- e***- (121)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseUnfortunately I received a damaged book, the item and the package both were damaged and it was clearly evident its appearance that it happened during transit. The seller was very understanding and gave me a full refund for the damaged book, though it was no fault of their own. Other than the damage, the book was as described, the quality and condition aside from the damaged spot was like new. The cost of the book was reasonable. I would definitely purchase from the seller again.
- v***v (2098)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAlthough this book was not as described, with no picture of it in the listing, the seller communicated well and quickly gave me a full refund while letting me keep it. The minimal packaging left the book a bit vulnerable (typical for ThriftBooks), but it did arrive safely and timely. As usual, it’s hit or miss with this seller, but often times you can get great values, and their customer service is always very good. Many other sellers with millions of transactions don’t even communicate.How to chalk talk, by Harlan Tarbell (#197064259889)
- 7***j (849)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI recently purchased an item from this eBay seller, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the prompt communication to the fast shipping, everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The item arrived exactly as described and was well-packaged to ensure its safety during transit. The seller was courteous and responsive, making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service.