At its heart, this is an erudite and scholarly book... Ruth writes in a very accessible way. The practical suggestions in part three on how to adjust out living and attitudes are helpful and realistic. * Christianity Magazine *
Intelligent, rigorous yet practical, as inspiring as it is challenging. * A Rocha UK *
For academics, this could be a seminal read. * Presbyterian Herald *
Ruth Valerio explores how to live well in our globalised, consumerist world... For a church book group or for individuals ready to wrestle with hard questions and complex issues, this clearly written book could be a great resource. * Reform Magazine *
Ruth Valerio is as much at ease discussing Aristotle and Aquinas as she is at describing her exploits in keeping chickens and setting up a pig cooperative. * LICC review *
This book, which can be highly recommended, will provide many [...] with food for thought. It may well change their lives * The Irish Catholic *
There are a number of books on this subject, but this one is valuable because of the author's aim to link up the context, the theology and the practice in such a detailed way. * Preach Magazine *
I would recommend this book to those who want a full and comprehensive study in Christian responsibility for sustainable living. * Families First Magazine *
Never glib and always judicious, Valerio completes the book with an outstanding final practical section...an excellent read for anyone with a concern for issues of globalisation, climate change and justice and who wanted to consider making further practical changes in their own life. * Ministry Today *
This book has become one of the most challenging I have read in a long while. We ignore the issues at our peril. * Methodist Recorder *
An interesting discussion of how to be a good Christian in a globalised, consumers age, by a journalist, community activist, academic, eco-warrior, mum, veg grower, pig keeper and founder of the world's first fair-trade jewellery company. * The Bookseller *
