The Nutmeg's Curse: Parables for a Planet in Crisis Amitav Ghosh is an English-language reader that delves deeply into the historical relationship between colonialism and climate change. This book provides a sharp analysis of global environmental problems through the history of nutmeg.
Nutmeg’s curse refers to the colonial exploitation that has affected both people and nature and forms the basis of the current climate crisis. Ghosh shows how Western geopolitics and a mechanistic view of the Earth have led to injustice and environmental harm. His story weaves historical events with current themes such as migration, the oil trade, and Indigenous spiritual traditions.
From the author of the Ibis trilogy and The Great Derangement comes this innovative perspective on the impact of colonialism on our planet. The book connects with topics such as environmental pollution, specific historical themes, and climate change.