The Global Predicament

This collection of essays in The Global Predicament offers innovative views on ecological issues and their impact on global policies and international relations.

In The Global Predicament, eighteen essays provide fresh insights into global policies by introducing innovative concepts and redefining existing ones within an ecological framework. The authors delve into critical ecological issues, including food supply, oceanic pollution, and climate disruption, while emphasizing the necessity for equitable resource management. This comprehensive exploration highlights the interconnectedness of these environmental challenges with broader political priorities on the world stage.

The relationship between environmental issues and other global priorities is meticulously examined, offering a foundation for a creative reevaluation of international relations. By addressing the pressing concerns of our time, The Global Predicament encourages readers to think critically about the implications of ecological degradation and resource scarcity on global stability and cooperation.

Originally published in 1979, this edition is part of the UNC Press Enduring Editions series, which utilizes modern digital technology to reintroduce significant works that were previously out of print. These editions remain faithful to the original texts and are offered in affordable paperback formats, ensuring that the historical and cultural value of the essays is accessible to a new generation of readers.