The Right to Be Cold: One Woman's Story of Protecting Her Culture, the Arctic and the Whole Planet
The Right to Be Cold: One Woman's Story of Protecting Her Culture, the Arctic and the Whole Planet
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016368
Book • Nonfiction
Arctic • Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Right to Be Cold: One Woman's Story of Protecting Her Culture, the Arctic and the Whole Planet by Sheila Watt-Cloutier is a memoir exploring the life of an Inuit advocate. The book details her efforts to safeguard Arctic environments, highlighting the interconnectedness of climate change, cultural preservation, and global responsibility. Watt-Cloutier emphasizes resilience and indigenous knowledge in addressing environmental challenges.
Informative
Inspirational
Emotional
Contemplative
Nostalgic
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Sheila Watt-Cloutier's The Right to Be Cold offers a compelling blend of memoir and advocacy. Praised for its passionate voice and unique perspective on climate impact, it highlights Inuit culture and the global environment. Some critique its dense passages but acknowledge its urgency and insightful contribution to climate discourse. An essential, thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Right to Be Cold: One Woman's Story of Protecting Her Culture, the Arctic and the Whole Planet?
Readers interested in The Right to Be Cold by Sheila Watt-Cloutier will likely be drawn to topics such as climate change, indigenous rights, and personal narratives. They may also appreciate works like Rachel Carson's Silent Spring or Naomi Klein's This Changes Everything for their environmental and social advocacy themes.
1,608 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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368
Book • Nonfiction
Arctic • Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
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