THE #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER
*A Financial Times Most Anticipated Book of 2024*
“Can a graphic novel save the planet? Perhaps.” – Elizabeth Kolbert
Is this the end of the world? Perhaps not.
In this eye-opening, hopeful and hugely entertaining bestseller, a climate expert takes a leading graphic novelist on a journey to understand the profound changes that our planet is undergoing. The scientist, Jean-Marc Jancovici, walks us through just about everything: from the innermost workings of our minds to toothbrushes, office jobs, and oil; ancient history and modern geopolitics; economics and ecology; the unfolding climate crisis and its consequences for us all. As he describes the world we live in - a world whose future is deeply uncertain - the artist, Christophe Blain, listens and draws.
Coming face to face with global warming, the unlikely duo - along with Mother Nature, Pop Eye and Jiminy Cricket, among others - create a picture of what the solution to our predicament actually looks like. Yes, we have a fossil-fuel problem, but simply switching to renewable energy won’t fix it. We can and must rethink everything: our energy supply, our economies and our whole world. They leave us with an inspiring vision of the future in which food, education, housing, transport and communities - in other words, all of us - work together and, with a few technological fixes, succeed in creating a world without end.
“Masterful and unforgettable... A testament to the power of the graphic novel" - Marjane Satrapi, author of Persepolis
“READ. THIS. BOOK.”- Eliza Griswold, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist
Over 1 million copies sold since publication, The Guardian, October 2024
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World Without End 9780241661949 Hardback
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Ideal Christmas gift to understand our world & Mother Nature 'reactions and its reactions
Are you looking for a Christmas gift? This comic is an original, pedagogical and humorous gift to better understand the challenges of our time: reconcile the depletion of resources, and the growing needs of humanity in energy in a context of climate change. Christophe Blain is a reputed comic desi…
Are you looking for a Christmas gift? This comic is an original, pedagogical and humorous gift to better understand the challenges of our time: reconcile the depletion of resources, and the growing needs of humanity in energy in a context of climate change. Christophe Blain is a reputed comic designer. He joined forces with climate and energy expert Jean-Marc Jancovici to explain how our world is based on an exponential consumption of energy. Issues such as development of carbon-based, nuclear and renewables energies, climate, mining, destruction of natural resources, expansion of cities requiring more and more, transport are all presented through a dialogue between Blain and Jancovici. Data and challenges in a very pedagogical way, sprinkled with humour. The climate is warming and rising, greenhouse gases are accumulating, we are wasting precious planet’s resources, although we need to drastically slow down. No miracle solutions are presented (as there is none anyway!), but collective and individual challenges must be taken up, The survival of this human anthill is at stake. Really an enjoyable way to learn more on Mother Nature, climate change and the impact of human colonization of it
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A must read
A must read, although quite uncomfortable truth, for anyone living on this planet with a western civilisation lifestyle, and preoccupied about the future or human life on this planet. The authors did well with adding a touch of humour where possible.
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A mix of humor and education, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a wide audience.
This comic book is a breath of fresh air in the world of climate change literature. It seamlessly blends humor and education, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a wide audience. The book's unique approach lies in its ability to delve into the technical nuances of climate change, …
This comic book is a breath of fresh air in the world of climate change literature. It seamlessly blends humor and education, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a wide audience. The book's unique approach lies in its ability to delve into the technical nuances of climate change, often overlooked in popular discussions. It raises thought-provoking questions that challenge conventional wisdom and encourage critical thinking. Whether you're a climate change expert or a curious reader, this comic book offers a fresh perspective and a deeper understanding of the issue. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to engage with climate change in a fun and informative way.
- Authors:
- Jancovici, Jean-Marc|Blain, Christophe
- Year Published:
- 2024
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Hardback
- ISBN:
- 9780241661949
- Publication Date:
- 24/10/2024
- Publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Number of Pages:
- 196
- Place of Publication:
- London
- Language:
- English
- SKU:
- 9780241661949