Bremen residents have a new resource for engaging with current ideas and literature, as the Lesumer Lesezeit bookstore recently hosted an event featuring Hannah Ritchie and her new book, “Keine Ausreden mehr!” (“No More Excuses”). The event, held on , focused on dismantling common myths surrounding climate change.
Ritchie’s book, according to promotional material, tackles the pervasive arguments used to downplay the urgency of the climate crisis. It directly addresses the claims that climate action is too expensive or will negatively impact landscapes, offering data-driven counterarguments. The book is described as “an indispensable tool in the fight against the climate crisis and an urgent call to action.”
Lesumer Lesezeit, located on Hindenburgstraße in Bremen’s Lesum district, is a bookstore offering a curated selection of books across various genres. The shop occupies approximately 50 square meters and reportedly provides a “handverlesenes Buchsortiment” – a hand-picked assortment of books. The bookstore has a presence on Facebook, with over 486 likes and regular engagement from the local community.
The event featuring Ritchie comes at a time when public discourse around climate change is evolving. The book addresses a shift from outright climate denial to “climate skepticism,” where the severity of the problem and the feasibility of solutions are questioned. Ritchie’s work aims to provide accessible and factual responses to these emerging arguments.
Lesumer Lesezeit appears to be actively engaging with topical issues, positioning itself as a venue for discussing important contemporary themes. The bookstore’s choice to host a book launch focused on climate change suggests a commitment to fostering informed conversations within the Bremen community.
The bookstore is easily accessible and can be found on Hindenburgstraße, near the Polizeirevier Lesum (Lesum Police Station) and the Heimathaus (Local History Museum). Further information about Lesumer Lesezeit, including opening hours, can be found online.
While details about the event itself – attendance numbers, specific arguments presented, or audience reactions – are not currently available, the book launch signifies a local effort to promote climate literacy and encourage action. “Keine Ausreden mehr!” offers a resource for individuals seeking to understand the complexities of climate change and engage in constructive dialogue.
