54 pages 1 hour read

Jeff Goodell

The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023

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Essay Topics

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Analyze the use of literary devices such as metaphor, imagery, and personification in the text. How do these devices contribute to Goodell’s portrayal of heat as an invisible threat?

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In what ways does The Heat Will Kill You First reflect on current political and regulatory challenges related to climate change? Analyze how Goodell presents political inertia and resistance to change as obstacles and discuss the implications for future climate action.

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Explore the role of pathos, ethos, and logos in Goodell’s argumentation. How does he use these rhetorical appeals to engage the reader and persuade them of the urgency of addressing climate change?