Timescapes of Modernity

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Exploring the intricate ties between time and environmental issues, the book delves into crises like BSE, the Sea Empress oil spill, and Chernobyl. Barbara Adam argues that these environmental hazards are deeply connected to industrial advancements and modern lifestyles. She examines the hidden dangers posed by global markets, rapid communication, and constant activity, challenging prevailing assumptions about environmental change. This innovative perspective encourages a reevaluation of environmental challenges and suggests new strategies for addressing them.