Thom+Hartmann

Back to Kelsey's Page =Thom Hartmann= Although this name may seem a bit unrecognizable to most, he is one of my biggest influences. Thom Hartmann may be known as a political commentator or as a radio host. However, Mr. Hartmann is known as one of my favourite and most influencial authors. Below are some of his better known books he has written over time.

While it seems that things are collapsing all around us -- and on many fronts they are (global warming, humans messing with genes, virulent diseases, the end of cheap oil, water shortages, global famine, wars, etc.) - it's also possible for us to do something about it and create a world that will work for our children's children. "The Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight" details in three parts the damage being done to our biosphere, the reasons why our culture would inevitably do such damage, and how we can fix the problem. "The Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight" details in three parts the damage being done to our biosphere, the reasons why our culture would inevitably do such damage, and how we can fix the problem. || Source: [|www.thomhartmann.com]
 * Name of Book || Synopsis ||
 * Cracking the Code || Too many Americans are acting against their best interests, buying into a right-wing line whose practical effect is to leave them marginalized and struggling. Why are the representatives of the Right able to make their message so appealing? Because they’ve learned the techniques of effective communication—and you can too. ||
 * Screwed || The American middle class is on its deathbed. Ordinary folks who put in a solid day’s work can no longer afford to buy a house, send their kids to college, or even get sick. If you’re not a CEO, you’re probably **screwed**. ||
 * Unequal Protection || //Unequal Protection// is a book about how corporations are trying to hijack democracy - and what we can do about it. ||
 * What Would Jefferson Do? || Based on four years of detailed reading of Jefferson's personal correspondences and writings, a clear vision of the Founders and Framers emerges. ||
 * The Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight || While it seems that things are collapsing all around us -- and on many fronts they are (global warming, humans messing with genes, virulent diseases, the end of cheap oil, water shortages, global famine, wars, etc.) - it's also possible for us to do something about it and create a world that will work for our children's children.



I have read **The Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight** and it has completely transformed my point of view. Thom Hartmann wrote the book in three parts. He begins the book with revealing the truth of today's society and the problems we face due to the damage which already exists. The second part of the book focuses on our history. More specifically how we used to live off the sunlight (ie. farming) before the industralization. Also it focuses on the problem of surpopulation. Finally, the book concludes with suggestions to making a better world. Where most books would give tips and urge you to change your life, Hartmann encourages you to change your mind. In other words, he explains how to see the world as something you can change. This is a good mindset because it encourages each person to do their part in any way possible.