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An Inconvenient Truth: The Crisis of Global Warming [Young Adult Adaptation]

par Al Gore

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This young readers' version of the recent documentary film's companion adult volume cuts the page count by about a third but preserves the original's cogent message and many of its striking visuals. After explaining that his interest in the environment predates even his mother's reading of Silent Spring aloud to him as a teenager, Gore proceeds to document steeply rising carbon dioxide levels in our atmosphere, and then to link that to accelerating changes in temperature and precipitation patterns worldwide. Using easy-to-grasp graphics and revealing before-and-after photos, he shows how glaciers and ice shelves are disappearing all over the globe with alarming speed, pointing to profound climate changes and increased danger from rising sea levels in the near future. O'Connor rephrases Gore's arguments in briefer, simpler language without compromising their flow, plainly intending to disturb readers rather than frighten them. He writes measured, matter-of-fact prose, letting facts and trends speak for themselves but, suggesting that "what happens locally has worldwide consequences," he closes with the assertion that we will all have to "change the way we live our lives." Like the film, this title may leave readers to look elsewhere for both documentation and for specific plans of action, but as an appeal to reason it's as polished and persuasive as it can be.… (plus d'informations)
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Former Vice-President Gore's book on the crisis of global warming is a great way to introduce the subject for those with no background knowledge on the phenomena or related knowledge about Earth's atmosphere. The use of easy-to-digest visuals and relatable comparisons make the content very accessible to both young readers as well as those without a background in environmental science. While this book is relevant to anyone who resides on this planet here students in the Greater New Orleans gain a further appreciation when the book addresses Hurricane Katrina. While there is a bit of political bias showing in this book it does not detract from the science and does not attempt to over-state the very real crisis that is global warming. ( )
  jallen3 | Feb 15, 2017 |
'Written in a simple style that even Americans can understand. I hadn't known that this was a kiddie book.

Highly recommended. ( )
  Sandydog1 | Nov 1, 2009 |
Like the movie of the same title, this book is Al Gore's vehicle for bringing the issue of global warming to the attention of the public. Using powerful color photographs, maps or diagrams on every page, Gore has simplified the science behind the global warming crisis. He describes in plain language the causes and effects of global warming, and places responsibility for both causing the problem and creating solutions on the U.S. and other technologically advanced nations. He ends on a hopeful note with advances in solar, wind and geothermal power, and small things individuals can do to personally reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. Gore has taken himself 'out of the picture' here - putting the focus on the message, and making it accessible to (middle and high school) students and adults in this straightforward and attractive book. ( )
  miksmom | Aug 10, 2009 |
I have a huge amount of respect for Al Gore and everything he is trying to do to make people more aware of global warming and it's harmful effects on our planet. That said, I felt this book could have been a lot better. There wasn't a whole lot of information in this book that I didn't already know, and he didn't go into a lot of depth on any of the topics. There were a lot of pictures, though, which was nice. Sometimes, a visual example can have more impact that even the most drastic of scientific calculations.

There was also little information given on what we can do to help stop global warming. He gives a few examples at the end, such as using fluorescent light bulbs and driving hybrid cars, but fails to even mention recycling or using cloth bags rather than the plastic grocery bags, ideas that are simple enough for everyone to take part in.

All in all, I like the idea behind the book, but I feel it's mostly meant for people who have little to no knowledge of the effects of global warming. I'm hoping Gore will come out with another book that explains the "inconvenient truth" in greater depth. ( )
2 voter RebeccaAnn | Feb 26, 2009 |
Recommended Ages: Gr. 5-9

Plot Summary: Al Gore addresses the scientific causes and effects of global warming in an easy to read format with lots of diagrams, charts, graphs, and photographs.

Recurring Themes: global warming, geography, math, science and scientists, human-environment interaction

Controversial Issues: Gore addresses the reasons why some people do not believe in global warming and explains why we need to take it seriously.

Personal Thoughts: I didn't know there were people who didn't believe in the concept of global warming until recently, and this book only made me believe stronger in the need for humans to take care of our earth. While better source notes would be appreciated, I believe this is a quick, informative read. ( )
  pigeonlover | Jan 16, 2009 |
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This young readers' version of the recent documentary film's companion adult volume cuts the page count by about a third but preserves the original's cogent message and many of its striking visuals. After explaining that his interest in the environment predates even his mother's reading of Silent Spring aloud to him as a teenager, Gore proceeds to document steeply rising carbon dioxide levels in our atmosphere, and then to link that to accelerating changes in temperature and precipitation patterns worldwide. Using easy-to-grasp graphics and revealing before-and-after photos, he shows how glaciers and ice shelves are disappearing all over the globe with alarming speed, pointing to profound climate changes and increased danger from rising sea levels in the near future. O'Connor rephrases Gore's arguments in briefer, simpler language without compromising their flow, plainly intending to disturb readers rather than frighten them. He writes measured, matter-of-fact prose, letting facts and trends speak for themselves but, suggesting that "what happens locally has worldwide consequences," he closes with the assertion that we will all have to "change the way we live our lives." Like the film, this title may leave readers to look elsewhere for both documentation and for specific plans of action, but as an appeal to reason it's as polished and persuasive as it can be.

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