Books like Planetwalker by John Francis

Eyewitness account of the 1996 Mount Everest tragedy, detailing the climbers’ perilous ascent, descent, and the catastrophic events that shaped the deadliest season in the mountain’s history.

A sweeping narrative of diverse characters linked by trees, exploring how they learn to see the hidden world of forests and join a fight to preserve the last virgin woodlands.

Naomi Klein examines how the climate crisis exposes and demands change in the free‑market economic system, outlining the need for a global economic restructuring to address inequality, democracy, and local economies.

Rachel Carson’s *Silent Spring* examines the widespread use of pesticides and their harmful effects on nature, sparking the modern environmental movement.

A powerful and terrifying warning about the dire consequences of global warming, from the acclaimed author of The Seven Obstacles to Climate Change.

Elizabeth Kolbert’s nonfiction work examines global warming, tracing scientific evidence, political debates, and personal stories of those most affected by climate change.

In this book the author argues that a strong connection to nature is essential for human health. Supported by research, anecdotal evidence, and personal stories, the author shows how tapping into the restorative powers of the natural world can boost mental acuity and creativity; promote health and wellness; build smarter and more sustainable businesses, communities, and economies; and ultimately strengthen human bonds. He outlines seven precepts he calls the "Nature Principle", which include balancing technology excess with time in nature; a mind/body/nature connection, which he calls "vitamin N," that enhances physical and mental health; expanding our sense of community to include all living things; and purposefully developing a spiritual, psychological, physical attachment to a region and its natural history. The book presents examples of these precepts, from studies of how exposure to a common soil bacteria increases production of serotonin in the brain to designing shopping malls inspired by termite mounds.

Sir Ernest Shackleton’s first‑hand diary of the 1914‑17 Imperial Trans‑Antarctic Expedition, detailing the Endurance’s crushing by ice, the crew’s nine‑month ordeal on drifting ice, and their daring survival against the polar wilderness.

Kathleen Meyer brings her sharp humor and keen eye for nature to a midlife adventure in Montana, where she and her farrier partner navigate life, love, and wildlife in a rugged, historic dairy barn.

Wangari Maathai tells the story of her life from rural Kenya to founding the Green Belt Movement, a women‑empowering environmental initiative that challenged the government and rekindled democracy.

Captain Planet and the Planeteers battle environmental villains who want to destroy the world. Features pop-up and movable illustrations.

Geoff Nicholson surveys walking’s history, science, philosophy and pop culture, weaving biographies, travel tales and subcultural anecdotes into a personal exploration of a ubiquitous act.

Frank Worsley, captain of Shackleton’s Endurance, narrates the ship’s wrecking in pack ice, the crew’s survival on drifting ice floes, and their daring 800‑mile boat voyage to South Georgia and inland rescue in Antarctica.

A Lion Called Christian traces the true story of Anthony Bourke and John Rendall’s pet lion purchased in 1969 London's Harrods, later released into Kenyan wild by George Adamson, illustrating a deep human‑lion bond.

Inspired by the deaf Thomas Edison, this biography shows how a young man with a disability turned into America's greatest inventor.

"Matheson slyly steers us toward consumer goods and services that minimize our earth-stomping human footprint. She's brave enough to say 'buy less of everything,' and even the politically fraught 'buy nothing.' Matheson's genius is to make this seem not only doable, but fun."— Elizabeth Royte, author of Garbage Land and BottlemaniaWant to go green without giving up great style? Welcome to the world of Green Chic. Choosing to be green makes a real difference in the fight against global warming. But did you know that it's also hip, classic and stylish?Offering up dozens of author-tested, earth-friendly ideas, writer Christie Matheson reveals that being chic and saving the planet aren't mutually exclusive.Embrace the fabulousness of green living and you can:— Look gorgeous— Have a killer wardrobe— Feel amazing— Travel in style— Create a home that's an oasis— Host fun parties— Eat incredible food and drink phenomenal wine... All while feeling more connected to your friends, family and nature.(And did we mention that green women don't get fat?)Printed on recycled paper, with a portion of its proceeds going to a green cause, Green Chic is the perfect book for style-savvy readers with a green heart. Can living a chic green lifestyle TRULY make a difference to the planet? You bet your organic cotton sheets it can.Buying into the Green Chic movement doesn't mean you need to buy more stuff.Avoid products that purport to be green just for the marketing effect: "organic" processed foods; huge, gas-guzzling hybrid SUVs; clothes boasting that they're green just because they're made from "natural" cotton. Claiming to be green is trendy and companies out there are taking advantage. Don't believe all the hype.10 GREEN CHIC—AND EASY—WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE— Ditch bottled water: refill a sassy thermos.— Pop little purchases in your purse, not a shopping bag.— Sip biodynamic wine.— Choose cashmere, not acrylic.— Let your hair air dry for a while before you blow dry: less frizz, less energy consumed.— Unplug (and put away) unsightly cell phone chargers.— Opt for quality over quantity in everything you buy.— Cut down on clutter.— Limit your consumption of anything packaged in plastic.— Support local designers.BUT REMEMBER:Don't go out and replace everything you own, from your makeup to your wardrobe to your furniture, with (theoretically) ecofriendly products. Being ecofriendly means consuming less, not more. Get in the habit of thinking before you buy. The best time to purchase ecofriendly goods is when you need them. That's when you're in a position to make a choice and express yourself as a green consumer.Being Green isn't a fad ... it's timelessly chic.

In rural Feathertown, Tennessee, 29‑year‑old Dellarobia Turnbow confronts the contradictions of a life shaped by early marriage, baby‑bearing and unfulfilled ambitions.