Smiths Alternative Bookshop
76 Alinga St Canberra City - in the Melbourne Building.

Some Books Recommended for Ethical Investing

Phone: 02 6247 4459 Email: books@smithsbooks.com.au

You are welcome anytime to come to the shop and browse the books or contact us for more information.
Some titles may be out of stock by the time you order but we normally get them back in pretty quickly

AND we are far enough away from the soul destroying, unethical, choice stealing mall that you will not be tainted by the crass commercialistic, small business hating multi nationals that inhabit that part of town.

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A Lighter Footprint by Crocombe, Angela . This book provides a practical means of addressing the very serious environmental problems we face today. It empowers every individual and helps them to be an active part of the solution to this global issue. ‘We must seek to drastically reduce the heavy tread of our footprint upon the earth; otherwise, our children and our grandchildren will have very little hope of enjoying a habitable planet.’

Angela Crocombe was born in Sydney in 1971. She has lived in Singapore, America, and the UK. She holds degrees in economics, political theory, and publishing, all of which are entirely unrelated to this book. She has also studied creative writing at RMIT. Angela has published eight educational books for children, as well as numerous magazine articles. Since 1995, she has worked in publishing. She lives in Melbourne, doesn't own a car, and is a vegequarian., $ 24.95

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Ethical Shopping by Young, William, Welford, Richard . There is growing consumer concern about the conditions under which employees and communities in developing countries produce products for the UK marker. This book addresses these concerns a gives a practical guide to making ethical shopping decisions. There is growing consumer concern about the conditions under which employees and communities in developing countries produce products for the UK market. This has been reflected in the increased sales of Fairtrade products and mainstream companies developing codes of conduct for their suppliers. $ 19.95

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Firms of Endearment by Sisodia, Rajendra, Wolfe, David, Sheth, N. Jagdish .  This book gives guidance on transforming relationships with customers, investors, society, and others. Love, Joy, Authenticity, and Soul: $ 44.95

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Investing for Change by Landier, Augustin, Nair, Vinay B. . As globalization seems to grind social standards ever lower, socially conscious citizens and corporations are growing increasingly uneasy. Landier and Nair show how companies can compete to maximize their profits while maintaining their social responsibilities. We recommend this for information on ethical investments. $ 31.95

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Making a Living While Making a Difference by Everett, Melissa . A guide to a working life built on principled choices and an entrepreneurial attitude. It acknowledges that while the path to finding a life's work that is satisfying, sustainable and financially feasible is not easy, there are simple steps to follow. This is a timely and highly informative guide to a working life built on principled choices and an entrepreneurial attitude. It is "about" greener enterprises and technologies, socially responsible business, innovative non-profit work, and reinventing government. It is really about putting the pieces together with creativity and hope. $ 52.95

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Natural Advantage of Nations by Hargroves, Karlson, Smith, Michael Harrison . This book is more than just a "palliative care" guide for the planet it is about innovation, solutions, competitiveness and profitability. At work, at home and as members of society, our generation has an obligation and an exciting opportunity to be part of the solution in restoring the balance. The authors present a bold vision for the future and demonstrate how we can get there, drawing on lessons of competitive advantage theory and the latest in sustainability, economics, innovation, business and governance theory and practice. $ 49.95

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Socially Responsible Investment by Sparkes, R. . We recommend this for anyone interested in ethical investments and ethical things. Over recent years there has been rapid consumer-led growth in investing in socially responsible companies to the extent that it has had an influence on corporate policies. New regulations recognise the public interest by requiring all pension funds to declare their ethical policy. Investors can no longer just consider the financial aspects of a company before investing but also have to consider the complex world of ethical investments. $ 125.00

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The Barefoot Investor by Pape, Scott . Consistently one Australia's best selling finance books, penned by 28-year-old stock broker Scott Pape. In this book Scott shows how to easily begin to get your money working for you rather than you working for it! $ 25.95

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The Globalization Gap by Isaak, Robert . Isaak reveals how globalisation is failing the world's poor, and how the wealthiest have taken control. He then proposes a plan to create sustainable opportunity for the poor by making globalisation work for everyone. Our recommended read for those interested on ethical investment and ethical things. $ 36.95

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Writings on an ethical Life by Peter Singer . Love him or hate him, you certainly can't ignore him. Writings On An Ethical Life offers a comprehensive collection of Singer's best and most provocative writing, as chosen by Singer himself. Among the controversial subjects addressed are the moral status of animals, environmental account-ablility, abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, and the ultimate choice of living an ethical life. This book provides an unsurpassed one-volume view of both the underpinnings and the applications of Singer's governing philosophy. $ 29.95

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