Overview:
- The University of Michigan Library is providing free access to 'Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility' until December 13, 2024.
- Edited by Rebecca Solnit and Thelma Young Lutunatabua, the book unites diverse voices to highlight how collective action can drive change against the global climate crisis.
- It urges readers to overcome despair and take action, available to all Michigan residents via the University's website.
The University of Michigan Library is offering free access to the audio and ebook editions of Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility, edited by Rebecca Solnit and Thelma Young Lutunatabua.
The book, available through Dec.13, 2024, invites readers to explore the possibilities of combating climate change and offers a message of hope and action in the face of a global crisis.
Not Too Late brings together voices, from Indigenous activists to climate scientists, who emphasize that while the challenges are immense, collective action can lead to meaningful change.
Mary Annaïse Heglar’s essay reminds readers that climate solutions rely not on individual efforts alone but on the strength of a global collective. The book stresses that addressing climate change is a team effort, a point echoed by contributors like Julian Aguon, who asserts that solutions must come from everyone or no one.
The collection also offers an urgent perspective on the necessity of transitioning away from fossil fuels, with oil policy analyst Antonia Jubasz highlighting the volatility and harm associated with the industry.
Essays from figures like Jacquelyn Gill provide a roadmap for survival, reminding us that while we grieve for what has been lost, we must act swiftly to protect what remains.
Described by Kirkus Reviews as “a book that provides some brightness, passion, and intelligence in dark times,” Not Too Late encourages readers to move past despair and embrace action.
The University of Michigan’s initiative allows anyone in the state to access this inspiring guidebook, supporting community engagement and climate action across Michigan.