This book takes a complex topic and explains it using easy-to-read graphs and startling photos. I finished reading it on a 2.5 hour plane flight and I’m not a fast reader.
Gore covers the science of why the planet is warming, why nearly all scientists have concluded it’s human caused, and then the negative impacts to our health, to our air and oceans, to our economy, and to other species. While a big critique of his 2006 book and movie “An Inconvenient Truth” were that the problems were painted big, but the solutions very small, this book is different. More than 50% of the pages are dedicated to the solutions and “what you can do” as an ordinary citizen. I particularly liked the sections of the book which give practical advice on “how to speak up about climate change at a town hall” or “how to write a good letter to the editor.” There are sections dedicated to getting politically active, with advice on how to start a petition and suggestions on how to call your elected officials (as well as why it’s so important to do so). How do you talk to children about the climate crisis, and how can you change your career or change your diet to be part of the solution.
There is also a link to download Gore’s new “Truth in 10” slideshow presentation, which features many of the key visuals used in the book and movie and he provides tips on how to effectively present these slides to your own audience at home.
In conclusion, I felt much more hopeful and empowered by the time I put the book down. Instead of feeling depressed about global warming’s threat, I felt more reassured by the many actions and tactics outlined in the book that will empower us to press for more rapid change. If you're interested in being part of the solution to the climate crisis, for less than $20 and 2.5 hrs of reading, I highly recommend it.
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