"The Anthropocene is the
current geologic age, in which humans have profoundly reshaped the
planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays
adapted and expanded from his groundbreaking podcast, bestselling author
John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a
five-star scale—from the QWERTY keyboard and sunsets to Canada geese and
Penguins of Madagascar.
Funny, complex, and rich with
detail, the reviews chart the contradictions of contemporary humanity.
As a species, we are both far too powerful and not nearly powerful
enough, a paradox that came into sharp focus as we faced a global
pandemic that both separated us and bound us together.
John Green’s gift for storytelling shines throughout this masterful collection. The Anthropocene Reviewed is a open-hearted exploration of the paths we forge and an unironic celebration of falling in love with the world."--Goodreads blurb
I've been a John Green fan for years (well, a fan of the Green Brothers in general. DFTBA!), and was familiar with John's podcast, which morphed into this book. With his characteristic calm insight, he makes a reader think of the times we are living in through a lens of love, anxiety, and human connection (or lack thereof). I give this book 5 out of 5 stars (a sentence you will only get if you've read this book, or listened to the Anthropocene Reviewed podcast).
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