Rising

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Discover the profound insights of 'Rising,' a transformative book by Elizabeth Rush that dives deep into the pressing realities of climate change and its impact on sea levels. This compelling narrative explores the heart-wrenching stories of communities grappling with the effects of rising seas, making it an essential read for environmental enthusiasts and concerned citizens alike. With its engaging storytelling, 'Rising' examines the human experiences intertwined with environmental shifts, providing an educational perspective on climate adaptation. This award-winning book is a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in General Nonfiction and has been recognized as a top pick by major literary outlets. In 'Rising,' you'll journey through places like the Gulf Coast, Miami, and New York City, where the challenges of climate change are not just theoretical but a harsh reality. This is not merely a book; it's a call to action, encouraging readers to reflect on cherished landscapes and the choices that lie ahead—whether to retreat or remain. Embrace this lyrical reportage that blends factual reporting with emotional depth, making it a pivotal addition to any climate change library. Add 'Rising' to your collection today and get inspired to engage with our planet's future while gaining unique insights into the global crisis at hand. Don't miss out on this opportunity to understand the urgency of climate action through exceptional storytelling!

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781571313812
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Milkweed Editions


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'Sea level rise is not some distant problem in a distant place. As Elizabeth Rush shows, it's affecting real people right nowRising is a compelling piece of reporting, by turns bleak and beautiful.' ” Elizabeth Kolbert

FINALIST FOR THE PULITZER PRIZE IN GENERAL NONFICTION

WINNER OF THE NATIONAL OUTDOOR BOOK AWARD

A CHICAGO TRIBUNE TOP TEN BOOK OF 2018

A GUARDIAN, NPR's SCIENCE FRIDAY, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, AND LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF 2018

Hailed as 'deeply felt' (New York Times), 'a revelation' (Pacific Standard), and 'the book on climate change and sea levels that was missing' (Chicago Tribune), Rising is both a highly original work of lyric reportage and a haunting meditation on how to let go of the places we love.
With every passing day, and every record-breaking hurricane, it grows clearer that climate change is neither imagined nor distant”and that rising seas are transforming the coastline of the United States in irrevocable ways. In Rising, Elizabeth Rush guides readers through some of the places where this change has been most dramatic, from the Gulf Coast to Miami, and from New York City to the Bay Area. For many of the plants, animals, and humans in these places, the options are stark: retreat or perish in place.
Weaving firsthand testimonials from those facing this choice ” a Staten Islander who lost her father during Sandy, the remaining holdouts of a Native American community on a drowning Isle de

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