Our Planet

Our Planet

Apr 1, 2024 | Book reviews

Title: Our Planet: The Official Companion to the Groundbreaking Netflix Original Attenborough Series

Foreword by David Attenborough

Rating: (4.5/5)

“Our Planet,” the official companion to the groundbreaking Netflix series narrated by David Attenborough, is a visual feast and a treasure trove of environmental knowledge.

This stunning book takes readers on a breathtaking journey across the globe, showcasing the incredible diversity of life on Earth and the urgent need to protect it. From the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the lush rainforests of the Amazon, each page offers a glimpse into the wonders of nature and the delicate balance that sustains it.

What truly sets “Our Planet” apart is its powerful message of conservation and sustainability. Through mesmerizing photography and compelling narratives, the book highlights the beauty and fragility of our natural world while also sounding the alarm about the threats it faces. David Attenborough’s foreword serves as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to preserve the planet for future generations.

The book’s layout is visually stunning, with striking images that leap off the page and immersive storytelling that captivates the reader from start to finish. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a photography aficionado, or simply curious about the world around you, “Our Planet” offers something for everyone.

While the book primarily serves as a companion to the Netflix series, it stands on its own as a valuable resource for anyone interested in environmental conservation. It provides insights into the ecosystems depicted in the show and offers additional context and information that enrich the viewing experience.

Overall, “Our Planet” is a captivating tribute to the natural world and a call to action for humanity to take meaningful steps to protect it. It serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth and the profound impact that each of us can have in safeguarding our planet’s future.

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Our Planet

Our Planet

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‘A Life on our Planet’ by Sir David Attenborough

‘A Life on our Planet’ by Sir David Attenborough

Apr 1, 2024 | Book reviews

Title: A Life on Our Planet: My Witness Statement and Vision for the Future

Author: Sir David Attenborough

Rating: (5/5)

David Attenborough’s “A Life on Our Planet” is a powerful testament to the beauty of our natural world and a clarion call for urgent action to protect it.

In this captivating memoir, Attenborough reflects on his remarkable career as a naturalist and broadcaster, spanning decades of exploration and discovery. With vivid storytelling and heartfelt sincerity, he shares his firsthand experiences witnessing the wonders of nature and the devastating impact of human activity on the planet.

What sets this book apart is Attenborough’s unwavering optimism and hope for the future. Despite the grim realities he presents, he offers a compelling vision for how we can reverse course and restore balance to our planet. Through practical solutions and inspiring anecdotes, he demonstrates that it is not too late to make a difference.

Attenborough’s prose is as captivating as his documentaries, effortlessly drawing readers into the intricate web of life on Earth. His deep reverence for nature shines through every page, serving as a poignant reminder of what is at stake if we fail to act.

“A Life on Our Planet” is not just a book; it’s a manifesto for change. It challenges us to confront the consequences of our actions and to reimagine our relationship with the natural world. It is a rallying cry for collective action and a testament to the power of hope in the face of adversity.

In conclusion, “A Life on Our Planet” is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet. It is a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of all life and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. David Attenborough’s voice is a beacon of wisdom and compassion in a world in desperate need of both.

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Why I started Wild World Rewilding

Why I started Wild World Rewilding

Jan 17, 2021 | Rewilding Earth

Why I started Wild World Rewilding

Today, I did something I love doing. I took my mountain bike and went for a ride in our local woods. To reset. To clear my head. To breathe fresh air. Half way through my ride I came across something that shook me to my core. And reminded me of exactly why I started Wild World Rewilding.

Our world is in a crisis. In the last 50 years we have destroyed two thirds of the Earth’s wildlife populations. Two thirds. In 50 years.

“The Living Planet Report 2020 underlines how humanity’s increasing destruction of nature is having catastrophic impacts not only on wildlife populations but all on human health and all aspects of our lives.”

Marco Lambertini, Director General, WWF International

According to the World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) ‘Living Planet Report’, the health of our planet is in freefall.

WE MUST REWILD THE WORLD

"To restore stability to our planet, we must restore its biodiversity, the very thing we have removed. It is the only way out of this crisis that we ourselves have created. We must rewild the world."

Sir David Attenborough, 'A Life on Our Planet - My Witness Statement and a Vision for the Future'

Dr Stephen Cornelius from WWF, a former UK government IPCC negotiator, said: “A species that goes extinct at two degrees will still be extinct if you come back down to 1.5C. Some things may come back but some things are irreversible, in terms of taking a risk you’d want to try and keep below 1.5, and clearly that means faster, deeper earlier emissions cuts, and it probably means carbon dioxide removal. But these technologies – some of them we know what to do, but some are early days and need to be assessed.”

Climate action and the restoration of the natural world, rewilding, are inextricably interlinked. We have to rewild the world in order to reduce the impact of climate change on our home, Earth. Our relationship with Nature is broken. We made the fatal mistake of seeing ourselves as apart from, not a part of, Nature. We gave ourselves license to ‘rule’ over Earth, to have ‘dominion’ over it. Our arrogance blinded us to how intrinsically we are a part of Nature and completely dependent on it. Without Nature we won’t exist.

We need to take decisive, radical action. Now. We no longer have the luxury of time. Every day that passes is another day closer to the next mass extinction.

For context:

  • The 94% decline in natural species across Latin America and The Caribbean is far greater than that of any other observed region. 
  •  We’ve lost 33% in North America, 65% in Africa, 24% in Europe and Central Asia and 45% in Asia Pacific since 1970.
  • We have significantly altered 75% of the Earth’s ice-free land – only 25% can still be considered wilderness.

You can download the Living Planet Report here:

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