Environmental Activism Books

A Barrister for the Earth: Ten Cases of Hope for Our Future is a groundbreaking work by the esteemed barrister Monica Feria-Tinta, hailed as one of Britain’s most brilliant legal minds. This compelling narrative draws readers into the heart of a revolution, where the...

A Climate of Truth: Why We Need It and How To Get It by Mike Berners-Lee is a pivotal exploration of our current environmental predicament and a clarion call for change. As we teeter on the brink of a polycrisis involving climate, food security,...

At Work in the Ruins: Finding Our Place in the Time of Climate Crises and Other Emergencies by Dougald Hine is not just a book; it’s a transformative manifesto for our age. This compelling work calls readers to action, urging them to confront the...

Change Everything: How We Can Rethink, Repair and Rebuild Society is a transformative work by the acclaimed thought leader, Author Name, that challenges the status quo and inspires readers to envision a better future. This groundbreaking book dives deep into pressing societal issues, offering...

Climate Worrier: A Hypocrite’s Guide to Saving the Planet by bestselling author Colm O'Regan is more than just a book; it’s a relatable reflection on our collective concerns regarding the environment. With his signature wit, O'Regan takes readers on a humorous yet poignant journey...

Embrace Fearlessly the Burning World: Essays is a profound collection by the late Barry Lopez, an esteemed environmentalist and explorer whose writing resonates with the essence of nature and humanity. This remarkable compilation serves as a poignant farewell and a testament to Lopez's enduring...

Hope Dies Last: Visionary People Across the World, Fighting to Find Us a Future is an extraordinary work by bestselling author Alan Weisman, who captivates readers with a blend of urgency and hope. This profoundly human narrative explores the current precarious state of our...

How to Blow Up a Pipeline: Learning to Fight in a World on Fire by Andreas Malm is a provocative manifesto that challenges traditional boundaries within the climate movement. This essential read delves into the harsh realities of climate change, urging activists to rethink...

It's Not Just You by Tori Tsui is an eye-opening exploration that delves deep into the intricate relationship between mental health and the climate crisis. This transformative book invites readers to rethink the concept of 'eco-anxiety' as a pressing mental health emergency that affects...

It's Not That Radical: Climate Action to Transform Our World by Mikaela Loach is a groundbreaking book that has won the Bookshop.org's Non-Fiction Annual Indie Champions Award. This powerful exploration challenges the often sanitized narratives surrounding climate action, presenting a fearless critique of how...

Natural Connection: What Indigenous Wisdom & Marginalised People Teach Us About Environmental Action by Joycelyn Longdon is a groundbreaking exploration of the profound insights offered by marginalized communities and ancient wisdom in the realm of environmental action. This compelling narrative non-fiction work delves into...

No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference, authored by the inspiring Greta Thunberg, is a transformative collection of speeches that captures the essence of a global climate movement. This poignant book showcases the voice of a young activist who has mobilized millions...

Our Fragile Moment: How Lessons from the Earth’s Past Can Help Us Survive the Climate Crisis by renowned climate scientist Michael Mann is an Independent Climate Book of the Year 2023, capturing the essence of our planet's delicate balance through an engaging narrative. This...

The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet by Leah Thomas is more than just a book; it is a revolutionary manifesto that intricately weaves together the pursuit of environmental justice with the pressing demands for civil rights....

The Joyful Environmentalist (Revised and Updated 2nd Edition – with New Material): How to Practise without Preaching is a transformative guide by Isabel that reshapes the way we think about environmentalism. This inspiring book, praised by influencers like George Monbiot and Dr. Rowan Williams,...

Un:Stuck: Helping Teens and Young Adults Flourish in an Age of Anxiety by Kate O'Brien is a powerful and transformative guide aimed at supporting the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of today's youth. In an era where Generation Z faces unprecedented challenges, Un:Stuck serves...

Uncommon Ground: Rethinking Our Relationship with the Countryside by Patrick Galbraith is a thought-provoking exploration that challenges our perceptions of rural Britain. This captivating read is essential for anyone curious about our connection to nature and the countryside. In a time when the countryside...

Waters of Life: Fighting for Scotland’s Beavers takes readers on an inspiring journey through the wetlands of Scotland, penned by the dedicated Tom Bowser. This compelling narrative sheds light on the remarkable story of beavers, once extinct in the sixteenth century, and their gradual...

We Will Not Be Saved: A memoir of hope and resistance in the Amazon rainforest (Reese Witherspoon's Book Club Pick) is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit, penned by the remarkable Nemonte Nenquimo. Renowned for her provocative and inspiring writing,...

Wild Service: Why Nature Needs You is a powerful work by the pioneers of the Right to Roam campaign, designed to inspire and mobilize a new wave of environmental activism. This insightful book is not just a read; it’s a call to action that...

Experience the profound insights of World as Lover, World as Self: Courage for Global Justice and Ecological Renewal, authored by the renowned Joanna Macy, a pivotal figure in the Work That Reconnects movement. This essential edition of environmental literature is a beacon of hope...