{"title":"J. B. MacKinnon","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of \u003cem\u003eJ. B. MacKinnon\u003c\/em\u003e, a prominent voice in environmental and economic thought. Renowned for his ability to weave compelling narratives that challenge conventional thinking, MacKinnon’s books are essential reads for those interested in the future of our planet and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his thought-provoking titles is \u003cem\u003eThe Day the World Stops Shopping\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the impact of consumer culture on our environment and personal well-being. His writing not only informs but also inspires readers to rethink their role in shaping a sustainable future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to expand your knowledge in \u003cstrong\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e or seeking inspiration for a more conscious lifestyle, J. B. MacKinnon's collection offers valuable insights that resonate with today's rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-day-the-world-stops-shopping-by-j-b-mackinnon-9781784709242","title":"The Day the World Stops Shopping","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't stop shopping but we must stop shopping – the consumer dilemma that defines our lives and our future. This ground-breaking work of reporting and thought-experiment explores what would happen if we did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe are using up the planet at almost double the rate it can regenerate. To support our economies, we're told we must shop now like we've never shopped before, yet the scale of our consumption remains the biggest factor in the ruination of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut what would life look like if we stopped? Visiting places where economies have experienced temporary shutdowns, artisan producers, zero-consumption societies, and bringing together a host of expert views, this is both a history of our relationship with consumption and a story about the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Day the World Stops Shopping\u003c\/em\u003e lays out a wealth of knowledge and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e— Ronald Wright, author of \u003cem\u003eA Short History of Progress\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355141296364,"sku":"9781784709242","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11707253482823.jpg?v=1744299053"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/j-b-mackinnon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}