climate and civilization

"James Howard Kunstler, author of The Long Emergency, which sold approximately 36K copies, returns with a new book exploring the looming collapse of the techno-industrial economy, featuring profiles of individuals who have drastically altered their lives due to financial difficulties"--.

Examines 100 moments in history when humanity was deeply impacted by forces of nature. Events range from billions of years ago covering theories related to mass extinctions and come forward into modern times as humanity deals with the consequences of global warming.

Presents a collection of essays that explores the various ways in which weather conditions contributed to major events in history.

Explores how climate has influenced the prosperity and downfall of civilizations throughout history, placing the destruction of New Orleans, Mississippi, and Alabama after Hurricane Katrina in context.