Progress For a Small Planet (Pelican S.)

Progress for a Small Planet (Pelican S.) by Barbara Ward is a concise, forward-thinking call for a new kind of global development — one that recognises the limits of the Earth’s resources while insisting on justice for poorer nations. Ward argues that the old model of industrial growth is no longer sustainable, and that the West must rethink its consumption, energy use, and economic priorities if the planet is to remain habitable. She blends environmental science, moral philosophy, and international politics to show how ecological responsibility and human dignity can (and must) be aligned. Clear, urgent, and ahead of its time, it’s a key Pelican for collectors of early environmental thought, global-development debates, and the intellectual roots of sustainability.