56 pages • 1 hour read
Rob NixonSlow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor, Rob Nixon examines the disproportionate impact of gradual environmental destruction on vulnerable populations, revealing the hidden, long-term nature of this "slow violence" through the works of writer-activists like Abdelrahman Munif, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and Wangari Maathai, and emphasizing the role of literature in highlighting these injustices for a more equitable world. The book discusses themes of environmental harm, human rights violations, and economic disparities.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rob Nixon's Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor effectively highlights the intersection of environmental and social injustices, with compelling case studies. Critics praise its originality and narrative power, though some find it overly dense. A thought-provoking read, it brings crucial awareness to overlooked global issues.
Who Should Read Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor?
Ideal for readers passionate about environmental justice and activism, Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor by Rob Nixon appeals to those who appreciated Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring and Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things. It explores the intersection of environmental degradation and social inequity.