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THE GULFAn elegant narrative braced by a fierce, sobering environmental conviction. Full review >
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THE SIXTH EXTINCTIONA highly significant eye-opener rich in facts and enjoyment. Full review >
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UNDERLANDA treasure all its own. Anyone who cares to ponder the world beneath our feet will find this to be an essential text. Full review >
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THE SEABIRD'S CRYby Adam Nicolson illustrated by Kate Boxer
A buoyant celebration of seabirds that serves as an important reminder of nature’s fragility. Full review >
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THE WORLD WITHOUT USby Alan Weisman
Weisman quietly unfolds his sobering cautionary tale, allowing us to conclude what we may about the balancing act that... Full review >
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STAY AND FIGHTA cleareyed, largehearted take on the social protest novel. Full review >
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DEEP RIVERA novel that sometimes struggles under its own weight but that’s well worth reading. Full review >
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A CHILDREN'S BIBLEby Lydia Millet
A bleak and righteously angry tale determined to challenge our rationalizations about climate change. Full review >
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THE OLD DRIFTComparisons with Gabriel García Márquez are inevitable and likely warranted. But this novel’s generous spirit, sensory... Full review >
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GOLD FAME CITRUSThe ghost of John Muir meets a touch of Terry Gilliam. Full review >
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FOUNDA fast and riveting read that puts an Indigenous spin on the classic crime tradition. Full review >
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ALL THE DAYS PAST, ALL THE DAYS TO COMESurely the crown jewel of the Logan family saga. Full review >
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LAND OF FENCESby Mark Smith
Equal parts page-turning adventure and heartwarming tribute to chosen family. Full review >
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NOTES FROM MY CAPTIVITYby Kathy Parks
Haunting. Mesmerizing. Completely unforgettable. Full review >
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ZEN AND GONEby Emily France
Blending romance, thrills, drama, and philosophy, this novel delivers a strong message about being present with life even... Full review >
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ONE LITTLE BAGby Henry Cole ; illustrated by Henry Cole
Beautifully effective as both nostalgia trip and lesson in conservation. Full review >
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ALBA AND THE OCEAN CLEANUPby Lara Hawthorne ; illustrated by Lara Hawthorne
Unlikely—but the simple story and bright pictures underscore the importance of taking care of our ocean. Full review >
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EARTH HOURby Nanette Heffernan ; illustrated by Bao Luu
A timely invitation to participate in raising energy consciousness. Full review >
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THE BUG GIRLby Sophia Spencer & Margaret McNamara ; illustrated by Kerascoët
Inspirational for young naturalists. Full review >
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ONE EARTHby Eileen Spinelli ; illustrated by Rogério Coelho
The book’s final line resonates: “Remember— / only one.” Full review >
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