.cookies-disabled { position: fixed;left: 0;top: 0;width: 100%;height: 100%;z-index: 9999;background: #000;background: rgba(0,0,0,0.8); background: -webkit-radial-gradient(50% 50%, ellipse closest-corner, rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 1%, rgba(0,0,0,0.8) 100%);background: -moz-radial-gradient(50% 50%, ellipse closest-corner, rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 1%, rgba(0,0,0,0.8) 100%);background: -ms-radial-gradient(50% 50%, ellipse closest-corner, rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 1%, rgba(0,0,0,0.8) 100%);background: radial-gradient(50% 50%, ellipse closest-corner, rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 1%, rgba(0,0,0,0.8) 100%);filter: alpha(opacity = 80);}

Many features on this website require JavaScript.You can enable JavaScript via your browser preference settings.

A rising tide

Planning the future of a sinking island

The Rising Tide

Get access to 168 years of
Harper’s for only $45.99

THE CURRENT ISSUE

October 2018

A rising tide

Planning the future of a sinking island

The Rising Tide

Get access to 168 years ofHarper’s for only $45.99

THE CURRENT ISSUE

October 2018

Get Harper's in print, instant digital access & our 168-year archive—all for $45.99

Want Harper's in your inbox?

Get access to 168 years of
Harper’s for only $45.99