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Tales of Two Planets: Stories of Climate Change and Inequality in a Divided World

John Freeman
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Tales of Two Planets: Stories of Climate Change and Inequality in a Divided World

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2020

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John Freeman

Tales of Two Planets: Stories of Climate Change and Inequality in a Divided World

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • Contemporary

Theme
Environment
Topic
Climate Change

Science & Nature

Social Justice
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1120L

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Tales of Two Planets: Stories of Climate Change and Inequality in a Divided World, edited by John Freeman, is an anthology that brings together narratives from diverse authors. The stories, such as "Shecharchoret" by Anuradha Roy and "The Old Man" by Edwidge Danticat, illuminate individuals' experiences with the interconnected impacts of climate change and social inequality globally.

Informative

Challenging

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

643 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tales of Two Planets, edited by John Freeman, presents a compelling anthology on climate change and inequality. The collection's strength lies in its diverse voices highlighting global issues, offering both storytelling and factual insights. Some critics find the anthology uneven in depth, with a few narratives not fully developing their ideas. Overall, it's an enlightening read.

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Who Should Read Tales of Two Planets: Stories of Climate Change and Inequality in a Divided World?

A reader interested in Tales of Two Planets likely enjoys multifaceted narratives on climate change and social justice. Comparable to This Changes Everything by Naomi Klein, they seek diverse perspectives and are drawn to global stories of resilience amid environmental crises.

4.2

643 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • Contemporary

Theme
Environment
Topic
Climate Change

Science & Nature

Social Justice
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1120L

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