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The Great Derangement: Climate Change and the Unthinkable

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

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Essay Topics

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How does Ghosh’s concept of the “great derangement” challenge traditional notions of art’s role in addressing pressing global issues like climate change?

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In The Great Derangement, Ghosh examines the influence of capitalist economies on climate change. Discuss the challenges of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability, using examples from the book.

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Ghosh highlights the unequal distribution of environmental burdens and consequences among societies. Discuss the concept of climate justice and potential strategies to address this disparity.

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