Miguel A. De La Torre (Books)

Miguel A. De La Torre Books

De La Torre's scholarly focus lies in ethics within contemporary U.S. thought, particularly examining how religion impacts oppression related to race, class, and gender. His work applies a social scientific approach to Latino/a religiosity in the U.S., liberation theologies in Latin America, and postmodern/postcolonial social theory. He investigates how religious beliefs shape social justice and identity within diverse communities. His analytical approach offers profound insights into the complex interplay of faith, culture, and societal structures.

Gonna Trouble the Water: Ecojustice, Water, and Environmental Racism

164 pages
6 hours of reading

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To deny water is to deny life. Gonna Trouble the Water considers the sacred nature of water and the ways in which it is weaponized against non-white communities. With compelling contributions from scholars and activists, politicians and theologians, Gonna Trouble the Water de-centers the concept of water as a commodity in order to center the dignity of water and its life-giving character. Firmly grounded at the intersection of environmentalism and racism, "Gonna Trouble the Water" makes clear the to deny water is to deny life. With compelling contributions from scholars and activists, politicians and theologians--including former Colorado governor Bill Ritter, global academic law professor Ved P. Nanda, Detroit-based activist Michelle Andrea Martinez, and many more--Gonna Trouble the Water de-centers the concept of water as a commodity in order to center the dignity of water and its life-giving character.