This Book Will Save the Planet
A Climate-Justice Primer for Activists and Changemakers
Published on 2. August 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-0-7112-6889-0 (ISBN)
Description
*INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION AWARD-WINNER - 2023 Social Justice Literature Award Honor Book - Non-fiction Book Category*
A rousing and radical investigation into the climate crisis, its causes, and how to fight for the most vulnerable people affected by it, This Book Will Save the Planet is a vibrantly illustrated study of one of humanity's most significant threats.
With this third title in the NYT #1 best-selling Empower the Future series, you'll gain a deeper understanding of climate change and climate justice.
Our planet is in crisis. The ice caps are melting, sea levels are rising, wildfires are raging... and those most affected by global warming are marginalised communities across the globe.
But all is not lost - there's still time for each and every one of us to make a difference.
Through the lens of intersectionality, author Dany Sigwalt lays out the framework for how we can come together to fight climate change, and how we can work to put people over profit. The planet is not protected if all its inhabitants are not; the people are not protected if the planet they inhabit is not.
In this book, you will:
Discover the core principles of climate justice
Learn how solidarity, community and mutual aid can change the world
Find out how to use your privilege to stand-up for other people
At the end of each chapter, there are activities and calls to action to get you thinking and to grow your knowledge. All you need is a pen and a piece of paper.
With kaleidoscopic and vibrant illustrations by artist Aurelia Durand, this book is written for everyone who lives on planet Earth. By the end, you'll have the tools you need to go out and make a difference.
The Empower the Future series is a collection of vital and urgent books about how we can all build a better world. Other titles in the list include This Book is Feminist and This Book is Anti-Racist.
A rousing and radical investigation into the climate crisis, its causes, and how to fight for the most vulnerable people affected by it, This Book Will Save the Planet is a vibrantly illustrated study of one of humanity's most significant threats.
With this third title in the NYT #1 best-selling Empower the Future series, you'll gain a deeper understanding of climate change and climate justice.
Our planet is in crisis. The ice caps are melting, sea levels are rising, wildfires are raging... and those most affected by global warming are marginalised communities across the globe.
But all is not lost - there's still time for each and every one of us to make a difference.
Through the lens of intersectionality, author Dany Sigwalt lays out the framework for how we can come together to fight climate change, and how we can work to put people over profit. The planet is not protected if all its inhabitants are not; the people are not protected if the planet they inhabit is not.
In this book, you will:
Discover the core principles of climate justice
Learn how solidarity, community and mutual aid can change the world
Find out how to use your privilege to stand-up for other people
At the end of each chapter, there are activities and calls to action to get you thinking and to grow your knowledge. All you need is a pen and a piece of paper.
With kaleidoscopic and vibrant illustrations by artist Aurelia Durand, this book is written for everyone who lives on planet Earth. By the end, you'll have the tools you need to go out and make a difference.
The Empower the Future series is a collection of vital and urgent books about how we can all build a better world. Other titles in the list include This Book is Feminist and This Book is Anti-Racist.
Reviews / Votes
" . . . will spur young readers to action." -- Sharon Rawlins * Booklist, Starred Review * "A call-in for the next generation, equipping readers with knowledge and a framework to create change - part of the publisher's Empower the Future series." * The Bookseller * "A rousing investigation into the climate crisis. Part of the "Empower the Future" series, and one of Quarto's lead titles for August." * The Bookseller * 'Dany's book is approachable, her methods accessible to all and she wants us to see that if we protect the planet then we are also protecting ourselves. She presents us with activities, things we can think about, things we can put into action, at the end of each chapter. She also gives us calls to action. In essence gives us the tools we need to make a difference and explains throughout why it matters.' * Armadillo Magazine * "Informative and well-considered, this book looks beyond the scientific causes of the climate crisis shining a light on the unjust systems such as capitalism, racism and patriarchal structures which have contributed to climate injustice." * Children's Books Ireland *More details
Series
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 12 to 16 years
Edition type
Illustrated edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
color illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 195 mm
Width: 127 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
268 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7112-6889-0 (9780711268890)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Dany Sigwalt is a parent and Co-Executive Director of Power Shift Network, an organization that works to mobilise the collective power of young people to mitigate climate change. She is working for climate justice, liberation and healing for Black folks & all people.Aurelia Durand is a French graphic artist. Her work, which includes the illustrations for the #1 New York Times bestseller This Book Is Anti-Racist, is a vivid celebration of diversity; she dedicates her artistic voice to matters involving representation. Aurelia represents Afro-descendants as joyful, proud, and empowered - a united community whose destinies are intertwined. These colorful personalities present the unified voice of a global community whose hopes, dreams, and desires envision an inclusive future for all. Her work has been featured in advertising campaigns, galleries, and editorial magazines; her clients include Nike, The New Yorker, Facebook, and more. Find her on Instagram: @4ur3lia.
Content
Introduction
My Climate Story
Section One -What are the Issues?
Chapter One How & Why Our Climate is Changing
Chapter Two What Is Climate Justice?
Chapter Three Where Are Greenhouse Gases Coming From?
Chapter Four Climate Tipping Points
Chapter Five Averting Climate Collapse
Chapter Six Identity & Privilege
Chapter Seven Climate Stories
Chapter Eight Crises Under the Radar
Chapter Nine Capitalism
Chapter Ten Corporations
Chapter Eleven Housing & Migration
Section Two Climate Mitigation & Resilience: What Can We Do?
Chapter Twelve Resist Fossil Fuels
Chapter Thirteen Individual Action
Chapter Fourteen Build Resiliency & Community
Chapter Fifteen Disaster Response Gone Wrong
Chapter Sixteen Building New
Conclusion What Will Save the Planet?
Further Reading
Glossary
My Climate Story
Section One -What are the Issues?
Chapter One How & Why Our Climate is Changing
Chapter Two What Is Climate Justice?
Chapter Three Where Are Greenhouse Gases Coming From?
Chapter Four Climate Tipping Points
Chapter Five Averting Climate Collapse
Chapter Six Identity & Privilege
Chapter Seven Climate Stories
Chapter Eight Crises Under the Radar
Chapter Nine Capitalism
Chapter Ten Corporations
Chapter Eleven Housing & Migration
Section Two Climate Mitigation & Resilience: What Can We Do?
Chapter Twelve Resist Fossil Fuels
Chapter Thirteen Individual Action
Chapter Fourteen Build Resiliency & Community
Chapter Fifteen Disaster Response Gone Wrong
Chapter Sixteen Building New
Conclusion What Will Save the Planet?
Further Reading
Glossary