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A paradise built in hell
the extraordinary communities and strange joys that arise in disasters
Book • 2009
In 'A Paradise Built in Hell', Rebecca Solnit examines how people respond to disasters and crises, often forming strong, resilient communities.
The book delves into the human capacity for cooperation, altruism, and mutual aid during times of catastrophe, challenging the common narrative that disasters bring out the worst in people.
Solnit draws on historical examples such as the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, and Hurricane Katrina to illustrate these phenomena.
The book delves into the human capacity for cooperation, altruism, and mutual aid during times of catastrophe, challenging the common narrative that disasters bring out the worst in people.
Solnit draws on historical examples such as the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, and Hurricane Katrina to illustrate these phenomena.
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Mentioned as the author's book focusing on human response during disasters.
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Cory Doctorow as a book that contrasts with common narratives about disaster responses.
Cory Doctorow as a book that contrasts with common narratives about disaster responses.
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Mentioned by Doug Gordon, highlighting its thesis on human resilience during emergencies.
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Mentioned by Robert Evans as a book that found empathy, cooperation, and care at humanity's core during disasters.
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Mentioned by Jenny Odell as an example of how people unexpectedly unite and support each other after disasters.
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