A good introductory book on the fight to reverse climate change. However, I take issue with some elements of the book that don't seem to critically engage with sources. A v. Euro-centred account compared to others out there.

This was a brilliant read. It was so refreshing to actually read a book, that states the cold hard truth about what's happening to our planet. I think this book should be read by everyone on the planet. So each and every person understands just hope important change is. Then we can all work together to create a better future for our children. It even shows how we can put pressure on our government. The book was wrote in simple terms so everyone can understand. I actually believe this book should be every high school and should be a compulsory read. I loved how every statement was backed up with references. That makes it easier to read up on every statement. 

I really recommend this book to everyone who wants to do their bit. Also everyone who is affected by extreme weather problems. Also all those who like living near a coastline.

Only the highest praise goes out to the author and publishers for producing this magnificent book that only states the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. 

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A book to dip into giving bite size fact's about the environmental issues facing us.
The author is an activist with an agenda so you have to be aware of this going in, but it's still a good primer.

A solid book of facts about ecology and what works and what does not. I use it more as a reference book than something you read in one go but it was solid research and plesantly organised:

Love the whole style of this book - punchy and informative without terrifying the hell out of you. You will feel in control and mentally more.ready to get on with tackling climate issues. My only complaint is the publishing date. Needs to come out Jan or Feb. May is too late, especially since Cop26 has just finished and been a big disappointment. We're going into 2022 miserable, exhausted and anxious. This would give us the boost we need.

This is such an important book which arms the reader with facts and statistics. It is written in bitesized chunks though and I am not sure how effective this is as it can sometimes feel like you are reading a PowerPoint. Overall, it is fine if you are just starting out reading around the climate crisis, but there is better stuff out there that is more nuanced

Everyone should read this book

Make no mistake, climate change will affect every one of us and every living creature on this planet. To paraphrase a famous sci-fi series - denial is futile. We all need to understand the issues and what we can do to help turn the tide and reduce the impact we’re having on this beautiful world.

This book arms us with the vital statistics and information about climate change. Mark Maslin lays out the facts and then illustrates them with two scenarios. The first shows what will happen if we don’t keep global warming within limits. We’ve all seen images of melting ice on the TV but that’s just the start. It reads like the ultimate disaster movie and if it doesn’t persuade people to act nothing will.

The second scenario shows what could ideally happen if we act decisively and now. This will involve some difficult choices but could lead to a better world for us and all life and I know which version I would prefer.

The more people that read this book, spread the word and act on it the better the future will be for all life on earth.

I was given this book from the author via netgalley only for the pleasure of reading and leaving an honest review should I choose to.

I was rather disappointed by this book, actually. Intentionally written in bite sized, quotable sentences, it reads like a PowerPoint presentation. One of the best parts of the book is its afterword, in which some actual writing has taken place.

Moreover, taking critical thinking out of the equation and merely displaying information, or facts, makes us run the risk of jumping to conclusions and finding causations when there might not be one. If we want to truly be able to address climate change in a way that suits specific communities and different contexts, we need more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Also, lumping meat and sugar in the same “unhealthy food” category is frustratingly unhelpful. Industrial food production, be it for meat or vegetables, that does not respect the soil and biodiversity are both problematic and need to be fixed. Vilifying meat will do little to support serious farmers who are committed to producing sustainable, regenerative and welfare conscious products.

The book is not all bad, though. It does touch on important points such as the fact that we need better institutions and policies, that we need our financial system to stop funding fossil fuels, and that we need a shift of focus from extractive and shortsighted neoliberalism to human wellbeing and the elimination of inequality and poverty.

It’s call to arms, simple style makes it a quick and easy book to read, and aims to encourage people to take action to fight climate change—which is always welcome.

A non fiction book perfect in its timing as climate change and natural disasters are of the moment.
I feel as though I’m already doing a lot and I thought that this might be about more things I can do as an individual. In a way it is, it’s about shouting from the rooftops (not literally) getting other people on board to do more. Collectively, we can achieve so much more.
Full of interesting but scary facts and figures. Get your loud haler out!
Thanks to NetGalley for the read in return for an honest review.
#HowToSaveOurPlanetTheFacts.

One of the more reasoned texts I’ve read on Climate Change. At first I thought it wouldn’t achieve the balance required between scientific papers and being an interesting read for a non-expert. However it provided a good balance between facts, history and requirements for change moving into the future. I would like to have seen more focus on micro changes for good alongside the broad concepts. I would recommend this book to those interested in challenging behaviour detrimental to the planet, and those who would like to make their own changes. Sadly for those who are deniers I feel that there are too many facts in here for them to read it without the bias required to change their mind.

The title offers a lot. The book delivers a little of what one expected. Clearly, the author couldn't expand on some of his comments and ideas due to this being a booklet, with the aim of being accessible to all. However, I feel that some ideas and statements need a little more explanation. To suggest that one statement is wrong with a counterstatement of, "this is not true" would be more helpful if an element of the reference noted were included in part, rather than having to source the book or essay referenced.
Despite the small criticism of the content, there are some gems to take away from this book. The author clearly understands the state of our planet, the harm we have and continue to cause to it and the bleak outlook of the future if we do not change our ways. Contrary to my need for further explanation to his counterarguments for climate change deniers, there are some useful rebuttals.
There is a hopefulness in the author's words, leading us to believe that, with the right kind of changes now, we can steer ourselves away from the precipice of a global climate disaster. He summed up well with a quote from a birthday card, "The future awaits those with the courage to create it".

This is a good first introduction to the topic, very accessible and easy to read and with lots of suggested reading recommendations for future study.

Basic but interesting, I think this would be ideal for families to read together.
Thank you netgalley

*Disclaimer: I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

For some reason, the only books I seem to be able to stick with at the moment are non-fiction so I took advantage of that to pick up this one. It truly is a fact file style of book, with short, to-the-point statements that explain the climate crisis, offer suggestions for readers as individuals, and explains what governments across the world could be doing to mitigate some of the effects.

This is a timely book, particularly following the recent IPCC report. I think that if you know someone who is sceptical, or maybe a younger reader, this book would be a perfect introduction to the topic. As someone who’s read quite a lot on the subject of climate change and humanity’s impacts on the environment, this was a little basic for me. However it definitely brought up some interesting points that I would like to explore further.

3 out of 5 stars!

“This book is different” says Mark Maslin, Professor at University College London and author of ‘How To Save Our Planet - The Facts’. There are many books out about climate change. This one, as the author says, “is for anyone and everyone…to quote in the pub…even in parliament”.

It feels different from the start, with a contents where each chapter description starts: “This chapter provides you with…”. You are getting tooled up and ready for battle.

With climate change denial rampant, the facts are our power and Maslin tells us that our challenge now is to think and act as a global species, with government reward systems for positive action.

Throughout, he shows that we can shape our society to ensure best outcomes, and that as concerned citizens, we must ensure our governments act in the best interests of everyone.

“We the people are the nation and our government must govern for us.”