The Revenge of Gaia
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James Lovelock, originator of the idea of Gaia, makes an argued plea that we must change our way of life - before it is too late. Illustrated with examples drawn from his experiences around the world, he draws many radical conclusions, most controversially a passionate advocacy of nuclear energy.
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