Joel Kovel

Scholar and author of environmental theories

Joel Kovel - Scholar and author of environmental theories
Born

August 27th, 1936
88 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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A scholar and author focused on environmental issues, contributed significantly to ecological thought and socialist theory. Taught at Bard College and engaged in activist work throughout the career. Prominent works include 'The Enemy of Nature' and 'History and Spirit', which examined the relationship between capitalism and environmental degradation. Critiqued both traditional leftist perspectives and ecological rationality.

Published 'The Enemy of Nature' in 2002

Taught at Bard College

Explored the intersections of ecology and socialism

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