Review of Let it Be

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Let it Be" by Thomas Grady.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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The first thing that comes to mind when you see the word hemp is marijuana. This book changes that idea. Industrial hemp is a sister plant to marijuana, and hemp’s current use in America is for medical CBD, a non-addictive but effective painkiller. Let it Be: The Industrial Hemp Agricultural Revolution during the Sixth Great Extinction by Thomas Grady delves into the subject of sustainable agriculture as a solution to an impending environmental crisis. By listing out the benefits of cultivating industrial hemp, the author emphasizes hemp as a solution to sustainable agriculture and the sixth great extinction. He also provides insight into sustainable capitalism, population control, environmental safety, and the fossil fuel problem. Apart from hemp, the author also talks about other greener alternatives, like Green Hydrogen.

The writing style is engaging and thought-provoking. The complex scientific concepts are explained well in a simple way. The author provides a detailed explanation of the historical, ecological, and economic aspects of hemp, thus proving its potential in every aspect. From hemp biodiesel to hemp fiber, he lists out the endless benefits of cultivating hemp. The depth of knowledge he possesses about sustainable agriculture, carbon emissions, capitalism, and healthcare is impressive.

Grady has extensively researched and included his sources and links to technology and YouTube videos to help understand the benefits of hemp. In a few instances, it feels like the author primarily focused on the positive aspects, while one expects the argument to be more balanced, explaining the challenges and other shortcomings. However, the need to point out the urgency and try to provide a solution to the impending environmental crisis is understandable.

One thing I didn’t like about this book is that it gets too extensive and sometimes very technical for someone just starting to read about environmental pollution. However, this doesn’t stop me from recommending it to anyone who is an advocate for sustainable agriculture, an environmentalist, or simply interested in understanding the potential of hemp.

This book seems to be professionally edited, and I didn’t find any major errors.

I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars.

I recommend this book to anyone aged 18 and above, as it will inspire and guide us toward a greener future. Everyone can learn something new from reading this book.

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Let it Be
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