Social Theory and the Environment

This book establishes whether contemporary social theory can help us understand the structural origins of environmental degradation and environmental politics.

Preface. Introduction: Social Theory, Environmental Degradation and Environmental Politics. 1. Capitalism, Industrialism and the Transformation of Nature: Anthony Giddens. 2. Urbanism, Globalization and Environmental Politics: Anthony Giddens. 3. The Political Ecology of Capitalism: Andre Gorz. 4. Social and Cultural Origins of Environmental Movements: Jurgen Habermas. 5. The Sociology of Risk: Ulrich Beck. Conclusion: Social Theory, Socialism and the Environment. List of Abbreviations. Notes. Bibliography. Index.