THE NECESSARY REVOLUTION How Individuals and Organizations Are Working Together to Create a Sustainable World

Experts on global sustainability and organizational learning say we must change the way we live and work for the earth to support future generations. With his coauthors, Senge says that changes in technology always precede periods of social transformation like we're going through now. Together they show how calcified organizations can be modified to reduce waste and toxicity, conserve water, and preserve the biodiversity that sustains the planet. The elegant-sounding Patrick Frederic narrates the book’s introductions and major sections with unwavering respect for their weighty content. The less appealing voice of the principal author, heard in the remaining sections, works, nonetheless, because of his warmth and belief in his message. This production is a winning example of how professional talent and an author's audible determination can work together to sell an important message. T.W. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2008]