Exploring Top Books of Shelfari

An Inconvenient Truth —Gore’s groundbreaking, battle cry of a follow-up to the bestselling Earth in the Balance —is being published to tie in with a documentary film of the same name. Both the book and film were inspired by a series of multimedia presentations on global warming that Gore created and delivers to groups around the world. With this book, Gore, who is one of our environmental heroes—and a leading... (more)

Worldchanging: A User's Guide for the 21st Century

Worldchanging: A User's Guide for the 21st Century

by Alex Steffen

Worldchanging is poised to be the Whole Earth Catalog for this millennium. Written by leading new thinkers who believe that the means for building a better future lie all around us, Worldchanging is packed with the information, resources, reviews, and ideas that give readers the tools they need to make a difference. Brought together by Alex Steffen, co-founder of the popular and award-winning web site... (more)

The Solar House: Passive Heating and Cooling

The Solar House: Passive Heating and Cooling

by Daniel D. Chiras

Passive solar heating and passive cooling—approaches known as natural conditioning—provide comfort throughout the year by reducing, or eliminating, the need for fossil fuel. Yet while heat from sunlight and ventilation from breezes is free for the taking, few modern architects or builders really understand the principles involved. Now Dan Chiras, author of the popular book "The Natural House," brings those... (more)

Organic Living (Organic)

by Lynda Brown

The organic revolution is upon us -- let these fresh, modern, and inspiring sourcebooks be your guide. Join the organic revolution with Lynda Brown's fresh, modern, and inspiring sourcebook. This blueprint for organic living can help you make simple lifestyle changes that will have a big impact on our planet. Wide-ranging and Practical: Organic Living is the book for everyone who aspires to a better lifestyle... (more)

Organic Living

by Michael Van Straten

As demand for a more natural way of life grows, 'green' ethics and organic products have become the way forward. Now, at last, there is a book for those who want to live organically and to do so with style. Alternative health expert Michael van Straten never preaches, just shares his wealth of practical experience on making organic choices in every aspect of life - food and drink, health and beauty, home and... (more)

Green Is the New Black

by Tamsin Blanchard

Does our shopping addiction contribute to climate change? What’s so special about organic cotton? Who are the real fashion victims behind cheap jeans? From the truth about fast fashion to the best biodegradable shoes, from guilt-free spending sprees to the joys of swishing parties, Tamsin Blanchard is your guide to all things fair trade and fabulous. She explains the principles of ethical fashion, from why it... (more)

The Green Foods Bible: Everything You Need to Know About Barley Grass, Wheatgrass, Kamut, Chlorella, Spirulina And More

The Green Foods Bible: Everything You Need to Know About Barley Grass, Wheatgrass, Kamut, Chlorella, Spirulina And More

by David Sandoval

The definitive guide to green superfoods by one of the world’s leading green foods authorities. Sandoval studied under the tutelage of the famous wheatgrass pioneer Ann Wigmore, and ever since, it has been his life’s passion to help people feel better, live longer, and increase their quality of life with the aid of whole foods. Learn how you can increase your energy, boost your overall health and overcome many... (more)

Got Sun? Go Solar: Get Free Renewable Energy to Power Your Grid-Tied Home

Got Sun? Go Solar: Get Free Renewable Energy to Power Your Grid-Tied Home

by Rex A. Ewing, Doug Pratt

A straight-talking book tells grid-connected homeowners how to use free energy from the sun and wind to reduce or even eliminate their electric bills, and what to expect from this independent, thoughtful lifestyle. Whether you live in the sun-soaked Southwest, or windy North Dakota, alternative energy has come of age with affordable modern technology. Now with rebates and incentives from most states, installing... (more)

Green Remodeling : Changing the World One Room at a Time

Green Remodeling : Changing the World One Room at a Time

by David Johnston

Whether because of changing lifestyles or simply because houses are becoming outdated, millions of North Americans are renovating their homes every year, spending more money annually on renovation than on new-home construction. But renovations can be fraught with unintended consequences like indoor air pollution. How do you remodel in a healthy, environmentally friendly way? Green Remodeling is a comprehensive... (more)

Green By Design

by Angela M. Dean

There is no "one-size-fits-all" plan for so-called "green" homes; rather, there are universal principles of design that can be applied to individual tastes and needs. Architect Angela Dean offers a variety of ways to incorporate green building into your home, including using healthy building materials such as straw bales and natural flooring, taking advantage of local materials and resources, reusing gray water... (more)

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An Inconvenient Truth

by Albert Gore