Moral Gravity: Staying Together at the End of the World

Thinking about climate change can create a paralysing sense of hopelessness. But what about the idea of a planetary exodus? Are high-tech solutions like colonizing other planets just another distraction from taking real action? This radical book unsettles how we think about taking responsibility for environmental catastrophe. Going beyond both hopelessness and false hope in his development of a ‘sociology of the very worst, David W. Hill debunks the idea of a society that centres around human beings and calls for us to take responsibility for sustaining a coexistence of animals, plants, and minerals bound by one planet. We would then find the centre of our moral gravity here together on earth.

Format: Hardback
Length: 140 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2022
Publisher: Bristol University Press

The notion of climate change can induce a profound sense of hopelessness, leaving individuals feeling overwhelmed and powerless. However, what about the concept of a planetary exodus? Are high-tech solutions, such as colonizing other planets, merely distractions from taking tangible action to address the environmental crisis?

In his groundbreaking book, "The Sociology of the Very Worst," David W. Hill challenges our prevailing mindset and proposes a radical alternative. He goes beyond the realms of hopelessness and false hope, advocating for a society that revolves around the coexistence of animals, plants, and minerals, all bound by one planet.

Hill debunks the notion of a society centered around human beings, arguing that our moral responsibility lies in sustaining a harmonious relationship with the natural world. By recognizing the interdependence of all living organisms, we can find the center of our moral gravity on Earth.

Through his thought-provoking analysis, Hill encourages us to embrace a more holistic perspective on environmental responsibility. He challenges us to consider the impact of our actions on the broader ecosystem and to work towards a sustainable future that balances the needs of humans, animals, and the planet as a whole.

"The Sociology of the Very Worst" is a thought-provoking and transformative book that offers a fresh perspective on climate change and our role in shaping the future of our planet. It encourages us to move beyond mere distractions and take concrete steps towards a more sustainable and harmonious existence.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529222661