The End of Oil
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
This title provides a revealing look at our plundering of natural resources, and the trouble we are in when they run out - which could be sooner than we imagine.
Paul Roberts Books
This author explores the fascinating and often unsettling relationship between the marketplace and the self. Her work, touching on issues from technology obsessions to the politics of narcissism, reveals how our desires and our very identities are shaped in contemporary society. With keen insight and an analytical approach, she delves into the complexities of modern culture, offering readers a deeper understanding of the world we inhabit. Her writing challenges us to consider how consumerism and the impulse for instant gratification impact our collective and individual lives.
University Planning and Architecture
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
"This book comprehensively documents the worldwide evolution of university design from the Middle Ages to the present day, uncovering the key developments which have shaken the world of campus planning. A series of detailed and highly illustrated case-studies profile universally acclaimed campuses that, through their planning, architecture and landscaping, have succeeded in making positive contributions to the field. Drawing on these examples, the book turns to the strategies behind campus planning in today's climate. Exploring the importance of themes such as landscape, architecture, place-making and sustainability within university development, the book consolidates the lessons learnt from the rich tradition of campus development to provide a 'good practice guide' for anyone concerned with planning environments for higher education."--Publisher description
The End of Food
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
