![]() ![]() And she makes it clear that doing what is right means accelerating our transition to a more sustainable world. makes an irrefutable case that what we are doing to cause a sixth mass extinction is clearly wrong. extensive travels in researching this book, and her insightful treatment of both the history and the science all combine to make The Sixth Extinction an invaluable contribution to our understanding of present circumstances, just as the paradigm shift she calls for is sorely needed. vividly presents the science and history of the current crisis. Most important, Kolbert delivers a compelling call to action. The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolbert review Not only is the new wave of extinction all our fault, it will probably be our downfall, says a rigorous, disquieting. The result is a clear and comprehensive history of earth’s previous mass extinctions - and the species we’ve lost - and an engaging description of the extraordinarily complex nature of life. And in her timely, meticulously researched and well-written book, Kolbert combines scientific analysis and personal narratives to explain it to us. Those who have enjoyed previous works like Field Notes From a Catastrophe will not be disappointed by her powerful new book. She introduces us to a dozen species, some already gone, others facing extinction, including the Panamian golden frog. ![]()
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