How to reduce plastics - books

We’ve tried to give some ideas of things you can do to reduce your use of plastics but for those looking to eliminate plastics completely - or at least attempt to - here are three books you might want to read. 

Plastic Free by Beth Terry

In her quirky and humorous style Terry provides personal anecdotes, stats about the environmental and health problems related to plastic, and personal solutions and tips on how to limit your plastic footprint. 
Terry includes handy lists and charts for easy reference. Plastic-Free also includes chapters on letting go of eco-guilt, strategies for coping with overwhelming problems, and ways to relate to other people who aren’t as far along on the plastic-free path

Life Without Plastic by Chantal Plamondon and Jay Sinha

Life Without Plastic strives to create more awareness on the issue of BPA, polycarbonates and other single-use plastics, and provides readers with safe, reusable and affordable alternatives. While plastic has its uses in technology, medical and some products around the home, certain single-use plastics release chemicals when put in contact with food and water. These disposable plastics are also found in produce and cleaning products. Jay and Chantal show readers how to analyze their personal plastic use, find alternatives and create easy replacements in this step-by-step guide.

Plastic - A Toxic Love Story by Susan Freinkel

From pacemakers to disposable bags, plastic built the modern world. But a century into our love affair, we’re starting to realise it’s not such a healthy relationship. Plastics draw on dwindling fossil fuels, leach harmful chemicals, litter landscapes, and destroy marine life.
Freinkel tells her story through eight familiar plastic objects: a comb, a chair, a Frisbee, an IV bag, a disposable lighter, a grocery bag, a soda bottle, and a credit card. With a blend of lively anecdotes and analysis, she sifts through scientific studies and economic data to assess the real impact of plastic on our lives.