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The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet

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From the 2022 TIME100 Next honoree and the activist who coined the term comes a primer on intersectional environmentalism for the next generation of activists looking to create meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable change. The Intersectional Environmentalist examines the inextricable link between environmentalism, racism, and privilege, and promotes awareness of the fundamental truth that we cannot save the planet without uplifting the voices of its people -- especially those most often unheard. Written by Leah Thomas, a prominent voice in the field and the activist who coined the term "Intersectional Environmentalism," this book is simultaneously a call to action, a guide to instigating change for all, and a pledge to work towards the empowerment of all people and the betterment of the planet. Thomas shows how not only are Black, Indigenous and people of color unequally and unfairly impacted by environmental injustices, but she argues that the fight for the planet lies in tandem to the fight for civil rights; and in fact, that one cannot exist without the other. An essential read, this book addresses the most pressing issues that the people and our planet face, examines and dismantles privilege, and looks to the future as the voice of a movement that will define a generation. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Voracious (March 8, 2022)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316279293


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 91


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.38 x 0.85 x 7.88 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #44,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #55 in Environmental Science (Books) #59 in Environmentalism #79 in Feminist Theory (Books)


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    • Amazing read!
Heard the author speak on NPR and I was so impressed! Went directly to Amazon to get her book and was not disappointed. She is a true champion in environmental Justice. Appreciate how the book is written with reader reflections. I share this book with the young women I mentor and youth groups.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2023 by Amazon Customer
    • Excellent introduction to Intersectional Environmentalism
This is an excellent book. It will introduce you to foundational concepts, theories, and vocabulary of the world of intersectional environmentalism. Thomas not only credits others extensively but dives deep when introducing the founders of this movement. Expansive, holistic & very well-written. I read it all in one sitting - which I have not done for years. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022 by Sally L.
    • Leah Thomas et al. are brilliant
I'm a social and environmental psychologist teaching at Chapman (Assistant Professor), where Leah Thomas got her degree from, and I am so excited to discuss intersectional environmentalism in my environmental justice class in a few weeks. Leah Thomas and crew are brilliant. I am in love with this book and framework. As a white gay/queer environmentalist who fights for all human rights, I finally feel like I have a framework for defining my own identity, and educating about what the (intersectional) environmentalist identity is. For instance, building off Susan's Clayton's definition of "environmental identity," the environmentalist identity is articulating the intersections of all issues/causes where the intersection becomes one with your identity and you actively love and protect all diverse forms of life. Coming from the academic world, we absolutely need to hear voices from younger generations of scholars and practitioners. By advocating for this *necessary* reconceptualization of environmentalism, which has historically been influenced by privileged groups dominating the discourse (e.g., liberal white cis/straight men), environmental educators can make a huge impact, not just on environmental/social issues, but particularly supporting younger generations to find and raise their voices. Thank you Leah Thomas and team! I so hope I can connect with you in the future. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2022 by Matt Ballew
    • A solid surface-level introductory primer on the intersections of environmental and social justice.
This is a neat little book full of very useful information for someone looking for an introduction on both environmentalism as well as social justice, as well as an idea on how to get started in both. Very readable, nicely organized, and inclusive of activities for one to try. Admittedly, for those with much reading already on these topics, you likely won't find a ton of new information. That's not to say the book doesn't include history on the content, but given the scope of it, the history overviews are largely contained to the stories that would be heard in most any introductory sociology class. I have only two gripes, and I believe both to be innocent oversights by the author/publishers. First is the use of "latinx" throughout, which ISN'T for me to debate about, but feels like a bold commitment to something that has gotten very mixed or even negative reception from the community it's supposed to be representing (especially when considering the countries of "Latin" America where "latinx" is almost comedically ironically unnatural for pronunciation and "latine" is seemingly considered to be far more practical and fitting). The second was in the short section on "identities". Admittedly I don't have the book with me at the moment, but if I remember correctly it laid out 9 specific identity categories in rather definite language. This was something I wasn't particularly fond of for two reasons... First, it read as if making the abstract notion of identity into concrete categories, when in reality there are near infinite identities and many (occupation, one's "beauty" compared to societies standards) could affect chances in life and actions by others. Second, in the using language that so strongly stresses identities, it risks missing the intention of intersectionality by pushing the very idea of categorization based on identity. The rigors of categorization (something very western in and of itself, especially when it comes to demographics (or the categorization of groups)), are in opposition to holistic and all-encompassing approaches by nature. That's not to say that it's not important to stress and teach intersectionality and the greater disadvantages faced by different minority/oppressed/disadvantaged groups both historically and now (both as a result of historical events as well as continuing oppressive efforts), but I just feel the approach to teaching such was wrong here and needing language that suggested more unity and collaboration than the language that maintains ideas of some intrinsic "difference." Note that I'm not assailing the book here, that section is only about a page or two if I remember correctly. As I said, overall this is a solid little surface-level primer and introductory read on the subjects of environmental and social justice, as well as their meeting points. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2022 by Josh
    • An important read
The set up of this book makes it super easy to read, even though it’s a heavy subject. The fact that it includes discussion questions and real work to be done just elevates it even more and makes it an important book that needs to be read.
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2022 by Casey Johnson
    • Stunning
My partner enjoyed this as a gift. She loves it and has it set as a coffee table book.
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024 by Jennifer H.
    • Wow, wow, WOW
Leah Thomas captures such a breath of intersecting factors that weave and intertwine with each other and synthesis it into an easy to absorb read. A vital voice in this generations fight for environemntal and social justice, I could not be more proud of Leah and her commitment to the planet and it's peoples. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2022 by Drew M
    • Intersectionality Matters.
This book was certainly thought provoking and eye opening. It helped me to better connect issues of economic status, race, environmental issues, gender issues, and more. While I think there were some logical leaps in the later chapters, the book is one that I would recommend anyone interested in climate or climate tech should read. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2022 by Lindsay

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