The Context of Environmental Politics

The book delves into the pressing environmental crisis, highlighting the conflict between immediate societal needs and the urgent financial resources required for ecological preservation. Professors Harold and Margaret Sprout introduce "the statesmen's dilemma," analyzing the political choices governments face in addressing these challenges. Despite a bleak outlook on current environmental trends, the authors maintain a sense of hope, proposing actionable measures for future generations to safeguard the planet's resources. This work is part of "The Third Century Series," focusing on critical issues as the U.S. approaches its third century.