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| A Contract with the Earth | 
| Authors: Newt Gingrich, Terry L Maple
Creators: E O Wilson, Callista Gingrich
Publisher: Tantor Media
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 2052497
Format: Audiobook, Cd
Media: MP3 CD
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Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
ISBN: 1400154626
Dewey Decimal Number: 333.720973
EAN: 9781400154623
ASIN: 1400154626
Publication Date: November 1, 2007
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Product Description
Focusing the environmental debate on the principle of common commitment, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and eminent conservationist Terry L. Maple declare a need for bipartisan environmentalism---a new era of environmental stewardship with principles that they believe most Americans will share.
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 Same old, same old April 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A lot of rehash of old ideas and trite science. I was disappointed, especially since i have been a big fan of Newt's philosophies and politics.
 GOOD but some concerns March 9, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
The basic theme of conservation and recycling is valid. But the presumption that man made Carbon Loading a primary cause of Global climate change is a concern. A concern because of the potental harm to the human condition if we are to take radical actions to midigate this UNPROVEN theory. Radical actions as promoted by the Left wing radicals - including Al Gore - would cause a major decline in world economy, putting more people into poverty.
The promotion of reforestation and managed forest land is good. But where to Human civilization meets nature, the answer cannot always be that nature trumps Human activity. Again that would cause a decline in the human condition. I agree there needs to be a balance and technology will certainly be our salvation.
 Interesting take - a bit whiny. February 25, 2008
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have great respect for the intellect of Newt Gingrich - his take on "global warming" is interesting if for no other reason it suggests that a public/private partnership will really be the only way the issue will ever be effectively addressed.
This book does drone on and on about what government is NOT doing. I mean ON and ON. Fine - I get it. What is the solution?
All in all, it is a good book - but I wish I had borrowed it from the library and not paid good money for it.
 A Contract with the Earth-a refreshing review of the facts February 20, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Gingrich and Maple have created a well thought out bipartisan plan to "save the earth" from exploitation by people who, knowingly or unknowingly are in the process of destroying the environment. Historically Dr. Terry Maple dragged Zoo Atlanta from the abyss and created one of the finest exhibits in the world. Dr. Gingrich, former speaker of the U.S. House and college professor has a vivid imagination for change (real change) and shows his adroit imagination in this work. These men offer many solutions from problems with animal waste to saving plants and animals for future generations to enjoy. I read the book and also listened to an audiobook version. Both are very enjoyable-I urge people of all ages to enjoy this very timely work. Douglas W. Matheson Professor Emeritus University of the Pacific. Stockton, CA
The Devil is in the Details January 20, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I really like Newt.
I think Newt Gingrich is one of the most important political philosophers of our time. From the Conservative Opportunity Society to the Contract for America, he's been on the cutting edge. My complaint with this book is that while his heart is in the right place, the book is short on details, and the devil is always in the details.
Global warming/climate change is a real threat. It's caused by human activity. I've run the numbers, and it can't be significantly slowed, and certainly can't be reversed, without nuclear energy. That having been said, the word "nuclear" only appears in the book once.
Without nuclear energy, and because nuclear probably can't be brought on line soon enough to make a real difference, drastic changes in the American way of life will be necessary to slow down the process of global warming---smaller houses, fewer trips by airplanes, higher thermostats in the summer, lower in the winter. However, Newt and Terry never address these topics.
The placebos, compact florescent lights bulbs, bio-fuels, and others, which make us feel like we are contributing, but which actually deter us from taking effective action, are as close as we get to details.
I left the book feeling empty. Like Rodney King, Newt and Terry tell us "can't we all just get along" but don't give any real guidance about where we are going.
I'm a little disappointed. I still love Newt, but this isn't my favorite Next book.
The Devil is in the Details, and the details have been left out.
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