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ewg109's review
4.0
I’m determined to be more eco-conscious. Although there is nothing groundbreaking here, the illustrations and tone are perfect for beginners. I really liked the profiles of companies and activists and the resource guide. I also appreciated the guilt free approach of doing what you can.
chess__bored's review
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
3.5
the illustrations were great, the language accessible, could use more emphasis on policy because most of the things going on are because of companies
heidi_checkedout's review
4.0
Beautiful book! Quick read, lots of good ideas that are easily implementable.
rowan_reviews's review
3.0
Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
I think many of us face overwhelm with global problems like climate change, not sure where to start or what we can even do to make an impact - this book aims to provide sensible advice for the average consumer on what they can do at an individual level to feel better about our choices in light of the climate crisis.
I have a few problems with it, unfortunately. As one of those climate-conscious people, I was hoping for some novel ideas that I haven't heard before. Unfortunately, I'm not seeing much new here. I was already feeling a bit put off and then I read these two sentences: "Many of us should eat less. Worldwide, 2 billion adults are overweight or obese, and most of them are in industrialized countries." Ouch. With those 2 sentences, the author has successfully shamed & alienated a large part of the population, without regard for our humanity. I completely lost interest in their opinions after these 2 sentences.
I can at least agree with the author about one thing - affordable, local, accessible, fresh, in-season food is important.
Overall, I don't think it's a *bad* book, but the author lost me halfway through with the fatshaming & I am not seeing any new ideas or concepts to make up for it. It's the same thing we've all heard before - buy local, buy fresh, cut down on trash, etc. Some of these things are also only accessible in certain areas of the country.
I think many of us face overwhelm with global problems like climate change, not sure where to start or what we can even do to make an impact - this book aims to provide sensible advice for the average consumer on what they can do at an individual level to feel better about our choices in light of the climate crisis.
I have a few problems with it, unfortunately. As one of those climate-conscious people, I was hoping for some novel ideas that I haven't heard before. Unfortunately, I'm not seeing much new here. I was already feeling a bit put off and then I read these two sentences: "Many of us should eat less. Worldwide, 2 billion adults are overweight or obese, and most of them are in industrialized countries." Ouch. With those 2 sentences, the author has successfully shamed & alienated a large part of the population, without regard for our humanity. I completely lost interest in their opinions after these 2 sentences.
I can at least agree with the author about one thing - affordable, local, accessible, fresh, in-season food is important.
Overall, I don't think it's a *bad* book, but the author lost me halfway through with the fatshaming & I am not seeing any new ideas or concepts to make up for it. It's the same thing we've all heard before - buy local, buy fresh, cut down on trash, etc. Some of these things are also only accessible in certain areas of the country.
mharrison13's review
challenging
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Mostly it was information that we have all heard before, but I enjoyed the way the pictures clarified the text. There were also many ideas I hadn’t heard of or had forgotten about.
Because of this book we are pledging to:
1. Buy sustainable fish
2. Eat less meat by trying 2 new meatless recipes a month.
My family has already done a lot to reduce waste and plastic, but reading books like this helps keep us motivated and staying strong!
Because of this book we are pledging to:
1. Buy sustainable fish
2. Eat less meat by trying 2 new meatless recipes a month.
My family has already done a lot to reduce waste and plastic, but reading books like this helps keep us motivated and staying strong!