Field Notes: Chapters 7-8

I was wondering how long it would take for Kolbert to mention humans harmful actions when it comes to global warming. When presenting the information, her style of writing has changed. Kolbert goes beyond making a statement. She supports her facts with credible sources and in-depth explanation of scientific terms. She speaks of the history behind the influence of humans in the global warming situation.

Kolbert's sources inform us about our actions and the consequences of it. Besides blaming us, Kolbert discusses the possible ways to help the environment and plans to keep carbon emissions down. Using new technology, upgrading others and finding alternative fuel sources to generate power without producing carbon. I feel she should have presented this information first and maybe the book would've started off with a kick rather than a walk in the park (boring).

Finally! She wrote what we can do to help receive such changes on earth. We (the people) need to first realize that we are damaging our environment and are willing to change it. Political action needs to be taken, though the Kyoto Protocol is already making an effort to control greenhouse emissions. When presenting the political part of the issue, Kolbert no longer is descriptive in her words or even humorous. She writes with complete seriousness and concern, which definitely fits in with the topic. I really enjoyed these two chapters because I felt like I actually learned something, simply because Kolbert was straightforward and assertive. Her opinion lessened and her statements