If you're the kind of person who eagerly awaits the annual State of the Union speech, we have just what you need to tide you over until next January. State of the World 2014: Governing for Sustainability marks the 40th anniversary of Worldwatch Institute, one of the leading environmental think tanks. This year's book analyzes government structures on every scale, how they are—or aren't—addressing sustainability issues, and how they can be improved. The two introductory chapters are available below, and to keep reading, just head to your favorite e-book retailer, where State of the World 2014 is just $3.99 through June 15!
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