Reinventing Collapse: The Soviet Experience and American Prospects-Revised & Upd

Description: Reinventing Collapse by Dmitry Orlov A guide to the decline of the American empire for individuals, families and communities FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The United States is in steep decline. Plagued by runaway debt, a shrinking economy, and environmental catastrophes to rival Chernobyl, the United States has been retracing the trajectory of the Soviet Union in the early 1980s toward national bankruptcy and political dissolution. By comparing a collapse that has run its course to one that is now unfolding, Dmitry Orlov holds a unique lens up to Americas present and future.As Orlovs predictions continue to come true, his writing continues to gain mainstream acceptance. This revised and updated edition of Reinventing Collapse examines the circumstances of the demise of the Soviet superpower and offers clear insights into how we might prepare for the events that are unfolding here.Orlov gives no quarter to prophets of doom and gloom, finding plenty of room for optimism, if only we focus our efforts on personal and cultural transformation instead of trying to perpetuate an impossible status quo. This challenging yet inspiring and surprisingly upbeat work is a must-read for anyone concerned about peak oil, the environment, geopolitics, international relations, and life in a resource-constrained world.Dmitry Orlov is an American engineer who was an eyewitness to the Soviet collapse and has written extensively on the subject of the impending collapse of the United States. Author Biography Dmitry Orlov was born and raised in Leningrad, USSR and immigrated to the United States in the mid-seventies. He was an eyewitness to the Soviet collapse over several extended visits to his Russian homeland between the late eighties and mid-nineties. Dmitry is an engineer who has contributed to fields as diverse as high-energy Physics and Internet security. Starting in 2005, he has written extensively on the subject of the approaching collapse of the United States, and the many similarities and differences between the post-American and the post-Soviet experience. Dmitry sees his mission as a public service: in his numerous articles, presentations and interviews he has argued that collapse of the US, although inevitable, is survivable, given the right attitude and some timely preparation. Table of Contents Preface to Second Edition Introduction1 The Soviet Example The Collapse of the Soviet Union: An Overview Back in the USSR A Rude Awakening The New Normal My Premise2 Superpower Similarities The Myth of Inclusiveness Better Living Through Science Industrial Food Production Consumer Goods Information Technology The Cost of Technological Progress Militarism Worlds Jailers Evil Empires Bankruptcy Collapse of Legitimacy 3 The Collapse Gap Collapses in General Energy Housing Transportation Employment Families Money Consumerism Food Medicine Education Ethnicity Religion Inevitable Conclusion 4 Collapse Mitigation The Collapse Party Platform Political Solutions Private Sector Solutions Activism and Apathy Boondoggles to the Rescue! Investment Advice The Future is Rated "B" Starve the Beast 5 Adaptation Loss of "Normalcy" Smelling the Roses Comforts and Necessities Surviving Radical Cashectomy The Revised Playbook Lowering Your Standards Playing the Part The Settled and the Nomadic 6 Career Opportunities Asset Stripping Drugs and Alcohol Providing Security Serving Your Country Alternative Medicine Alternative Transportation Social Work in the Home Thats No Way to Run a Business! The Permanently Unemployed Consumer How (not to) Organize a Community Conclusion Index About the Author Review .Reinventing Collapse Promotional A guide to the decline of the American empire for individuals, families and communities Long Description The United States is in steep decline. Plagued by runaway debt, a shrinking economy, and environmental catastrophes to rival Chernobyl, the United States has been retracing the trajectory of the Soviet Union in the early 1980s toward national bankruptcy and political dissolution. By comparing a collapse that has run its course to one that is now unfolding, Dmitry Orlov holds a unique lens up to Americas present and future. As Orlovs predictions continue to come true, his writing continues to gain mainstream acceptance. This revised and updated edition of Reinventing Collapse examines the circumstances of the demise of the Soviet superpower and offers clear insights into how we might prepare for the events that are unfolding here. Orlov gives no quarter to prophets of doom and gloom, finding plenty of room for optimism, if only we focus our efforts on personal and cultural transformation instead of trying to perpetuate an impossible status quo. This challenging yet inspiring and surprisingly upbeat work is a must-read for anyone concerned about peak oil, the environment, geopolitics, international relations, and life in a resource-constrained world. Dmitry Orlov is an American engineer who was an eyewitness to the Soviet collapse and has written extensively on the subject of the impending collapse of the United States. Review Quote Reinventing Collapse Promotional "Headline" A guide to the decline of the American empire for individuals, families and communities Description for Reader The United States is in steep decline. Plagued by runaway debt, a shrinking economy and environmental catastrophes to rival Chernobyl, the US has been retracing the trajectory of the Soviet Union in the early 1980s toward national bankruptcy and political dissolution. By comparing a collapse that has run its course to one that is now unfolding, Orlov holds a unique lens up toAmericas present and future. As Orlovs predictions continue to come true, his writing continues to gain mainstream acceptance. This revised and updated edition of Reinventing Collapse examines the circumstances of the demise of the Soviet superpower and offers clear insights into how we might prepare for the events that are unfolding here. Orlov gives no quarter to prophets of doom and gloom, finding plenty of room for optimism, if only we focus our efforts on personal and culturaltransformation instead of trying to perpetuate an impossible status quo. This challenging yet inspiring and surprisingly upbeat work is a must-read for anyone concerned about peak oil, the environment, geopolitics, internationalrelations and life in a resource-constrained world. Competing Titles Reinventing Collapse Dmitry Orlov 9780865716063 17.95 New Society Publishers June 2008 8500 Description for Sales People First edition sold almost 10,000 copies and won the 2009 IPPY Silver Award in Current Events. Ben McGrath wrote a lengthy and flattering review in the January 26/09 . Orlov is a prolific writer, and frequent speaker, is a frequent contributor to Energy Bulletin, and his blog is widely read. His 2008 blog entry The Five Stages of Collapse is still being read thousands of times a month. When Reinventing Collapse was first published, it was easier for the public to ignore his message. Now, with the BP oil disaster, the increasing economic worries in the U.S., especially with California teetering on bankruptcy, and the ongoing war in Afghanistan, his predictions are materializing. What sets him apart from the doomsday writers is his humor and upbeat message of hope after the collapse. The book has been revised with roughly 25% new material. This is a unique take on peak oil, now that it has gained mainstream acceptability. The author argues that a gradual decline in the global supply of oil is highly unlikely. He includes his own personal and family experiences and explorations in post-industrial living and views toward a survivable post-industrial future. Details ISBN0865716854 Author Dmitry Orlov Short Title REINVENTING COLLAPSE REV/E Publisher New Society Publishers Language English ISBN-10 0865716854 ISBN-13 9780865716858 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2011 Edition 2nd Imprint New Society Publishers Place of Publication Gabriola Island Country of Publication United States DEWEY 947.086 UK Release Date 2011-06-01 Publication Date 2011-06-01 NZ Release Date 2011-06-01 US Release Date 2011-06-01 Subtitle The Soviet Experience and American Prospects-Revised & Updated Pages 208 Edition Description Revised and Updated Replaces 9780865716063 Alternative 9781550924756 Audience General AU Release Date 2011-05-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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