A History of Ecological Economic Thought

This book provides a comprehensive account of the history of ecological economic thought,unearthing diverse ideas within a Western and Slavic context from the Renaissance to the late 1940s. It reveals insights into how humans and nature can coexist in the long term, improving our understanding of current sustainability challenges. Combining the approaches of independent scholars and scientific communities, it highlights the underlying threads that unite such initiatives and offers a fresh look into the historical development of ecological economic ideas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history of ecological economic thought, shedding light on contemporary issues of environmental sustainability from a historical perspective. By delving into a diverse range of ideas within a Western and Slavic context, from the Renaissance and Enlightenment to the late 1940s, the work reveals profound insights that are firmly grounded in thorough historiographical research. These insights hold immense value in addressing current sustainability challenges, particularly in enhancing our understanding of how humans and nature can coexist harmoniously in the long term.

The history of ecological economic thought is characterized by a rich and diverse array of perspectives, which are united by their adherence to the principles of the natural sciences. However, these perspectives vary significantly in terms of their views on the role of energy and materials in cultural development, as well as the normative aspects related to resource distribution, social ideals, and policy-making. By combining the approaches of independent scholarly figures and scientific communities from different historical periods and nationalities, this book fills a significant gap in the existing literature on the history of ecological economic thought. It highlights the underlying threads that unite these initiatives and provides a fresh perspective on the historical development of ecological economic ideas.

This book will be of great interest to scholars and students of ecological economics, environmental economics, sustainability science, interdisciplinary studies, and the history of economic thought. It offers valuable insights into the past, which can inform our understanding of the present and guide us toward a more sustainable future. By exploring the historical roots.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367363925