Activism & Social Movements
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From ![]() Chapter 3The Toll of Rank Abuse From: Somebodies and Nobodies |
The pervasiveness of rankism in history and society’s resistance to foundational change and growth. Problems with trying to subvert rank without abolishing rank are discussed. | Robert W. Fuller | 19 | 2004 | $1.90 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 3Key Environmental Impacts From: Unearthing Justice |
In this chapter, the author describes the various environmental impacts that mining operations have. These include the release of toxic chemicals such as mercury and radon into water bodies, as … | Joan Kuyek | 21 | 2019 | $2.10 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 3: Disabled Grief Technologies: Disability Justice Future-Building in a Time of Mass GriefPART I: DISABILITY JUSTICE IN THE END TIME From: The Future is Disabled |
A chapter on grief, "pandemic grief", loss, and disability ("cripple grief"). | Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha | 14 | 2022 | $1.40 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 3: Small Is BeautifulPART I: RED HORIZONS From: Dinner on Mars |
Chapter 3 explores the possibilities of nanotechnology. Discussing the potential of biotechnology experiments, crops, algae, bacteria, fertilizers, medicines, and the creation of a new and unique … | Evan D. G. Fraser; Lenore Newman | 9 | 2022 | $0.90 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 4The Hunger for Recognition From: Somebodies and Nobodies |
Humanity’s relentless pursuit to answer the question "who am I?" The constant drive to be Somebody and the fear of being Nobody are used to address the inner tumult of craving … | Robert W. Fuller | 15 | 2004 | $1.50 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 4Mining and Colonialism on Turtle Island From: Unearthing Justice |
This chapter discusses the impact of mining on Indigenous communities in Canada, beginning with the arrival of European settlers. It disucsses how mining has impacted the livelihood of Indegenous … | Joan Kuyek | 19 | 2019 | $1.90 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 4: BiophiliaPART II: RED EDEN From: Dinner on Mars |
Chapter 4 examines the role biospheres and greenspaces will play in the Martian city. Discussing the Bloedel Conservatory, agriculture and architecture , the history of greenhouses and glass … | Evan D. G. Fraser; Lenore Newman | 28 | 2022 | $2.80 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 4: Nobody Left Behind and Wanting to Run Like Hell: Disabled Survival in Climate CrisisPART I: DISABILITY JUSTICE IN THE END TIME From: The Future is Disabled |
On disability/disabled realities and the climate crisis; this chapter discusses climate change, collective moves for collective survival, mutual aid, politics, organizing, and disabled ingenuity … | Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha | 12 | 2022 | $1.20 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 5The Somebody Mystique From: Somebodies and Nobodies |
Understanding the power of consensus, the tenacity of status quo, and the draw of belonging as the enemy of change and dismantling rank. Explores the human want for belonging and acceptance, and … | Robert W. Fuller | 15 | 2004 | $1.50 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 5Social Impacts From: Unearthing Justice |
This chapter explores the social impacts that the operation of a mine can have on communities. These impacts last throughout the operation of the mine and range from the displacement of … | Joan Kuyek | 10 | 2019 | $1.00 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 5: Cripping the Resistance: No Revolution without UsPART I: DISABILITY JUSTICE IN THE END TIME From: The Future is Disabled |
This chapter reflects on the summer of 2020 and social justice movements taking place at this time. Topics include political unrest in the United States of America, self-isolation and … | Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha | 12 | 2022 | $1.20 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 5: Grass 2.0PART II: RED EDEN From: Dinner on Mars |
Chapter 5 considers the challenges of growing and producing grains such as corn, rice and wheat on Mars. Discussing the history of grains and their domestications, Icelandic geothermal farming, … | Evan D. G. Fraser; Lenore Newman | 24 | 2022 | $2.40 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 6Deconstructing the Somebody Mystique From: Somebodies and Nobodies |
Dispelling the somebody mystique will require the creation of a new understanding of somebodies. Just as we are weaned from our parents, so must we demystify our idols if we are to realize … | Robert W. Fuller | 16 | 2004 | $1.60 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! How a Shelter Can Prevent HomelessnessPrevention Services at the Old Brewery Mission106 |
George Ohana’s Chapter on shelters looks at how current shelters can adapt and evolves to offer solutions to end homelessness instead of just treating the symptoms. By looking at policy, … | Georges Ohana | 13 | 2024 | $1.30 Add |
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From ![]() Chapter 6Working in the Mining Industry From: Unearthing Justice |
This chapter discusses the people who work in the mines, the role that unions play in ensuring miners get fairly treated by minng companies, and ends with a discussion of occupational health and … | Joan Kuyek | 14 | 2019 | $1.40 Add |
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From ![]() NEW! Chapter 6: I Can’t Believe It’s Not CowPART III: RED MEAT From: Dinner on Mars |
Chapter 6 explores the possibilities of milk, meat, and cattle raising on Mars. Discussing the resources needed for dairy cows, lactose intolerance, plant-based “milk” technology, … | Evan D. G. Fraser; Lenore Newman | 20 | 2022 | $2.00 Add |








