Member-only story

Return of Nature: The Socialism and Ecology

Braeden Hayes

·14.2k Followers· Follow

Published in Return Of Nature The: Socialism And Ecology

4 min read · 2 weeks before

1.1k View Claps

78 Respond

Save

Listen

Return of Nature, The: Socialism and Ecology

by John Bellamy Foster

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1958 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	685 pages

John Bellamy Foster

John Bellamy Foster's Return of Nature: Socialism and Ecology is a groundbreaking work that explores the complex relationship between capitalism and the environment. Foster argues that capitalism is inherently unsustainable and that only a socialist society can truly protect the planet.

Foster begins by tracing the historical development of capitalism, from its origins in the feudal system to its current globalized form. He shows how capitalism has always been based on the exploitation of both labor and nature. The drive for profit has led to the destruction of forests, the pollution of rivers and oceans, and the extinction of countless species.

Foster argues that the environmental crisis we face today is not simply a matter of individual behavior or technological fixes. It is a systemic crisis that is rooted in the very nature of capitalism. Capitalism is a system that is based on endless growth and consumption. This growth is unsustainable, and it is leading to the destruction of the planet.

Foster offers a socialist alternative to capitalism. He argues that a socialist society would be based on the principles of sustainability and equality. In a socialist society, the economy would be planned to meet the needs of all people, not just the wealthy few. The environment would be protected, and the resources of the planet would be used sustainably.

Return of Nature is a powerful and provocative book that offers a much-needed critique of capitalism and a vision for a more just and sustainable future. It is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of the planet.

Reviews

"Return of Nature is a major contribution to the understanding of the relationship between capitalism and the environment. Foster's analysis is both rigorous and accessible, and he offers a powerful critique of the capitalist system. This book is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of the planet." - David Harvey

"John Bellamy Foster's Return of Nature is a brilliant and timely book. Foster shows how capitalism is destroying the planet and offers a powerful vision for a socialist alternative. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the environmental crisis and fight for a better future." - Naomi Klein