Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril by Kathleen Dean Moore, Michael P. Nelson (2011): A Review
Editors: Kathleen Dean Moore, Michael P. Nelson
Publication Year: 2011
Pages: 464
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Genre: Nature writing
Source: Ebook
“Moral Ground” is a treasure trove of essays from an eclectic mix of authors: think popes, presidents, poets, and scientists—basically anyone who has ever gazed upon our planet and thought, "Yikes, we might be heading for trouble!" You might be rolling your eyes and saying, "Enough already, we’ve heard it all before!" But let’s be real: it can never be too much when we’re barreling towards an apocalypse faster than a kid on a sugar high.
This book truly has something for everyone, no matter your beliefs! Are you the super-religious type who scoffs at scientists? Fear not! The Pope or other religious figures has some words of wisdom that might light a fire under you.
A die-hard rationalist who brushes off any hint of the supernatural? Don’t worry—our scientific pals are here to present some compelling arguments that might just tickle your fancy.
And if you scoff at both? Well, you guessed it—there's still something for you! Dive into the chapters that resonate, and feel free to skim through the rest. No one’s grading you on whether you finish all 400 pages—this isn’t a high school English class!
Honestly, I can’t help but think this book would make a fantastic Netflix documentary, narrated by the authors themselves! Picture it: a star-studded cast of people you respect discussing their heartfelt concerns about the Earth’s impending doom. Imagine poets reciting their own verses that would make even the toughest environmentalist shed a tear, or Inuit communities sharing firsthand accounts of how climate change is throwing their traditional ways of life into a tailspin. Imagine the Dalai Lama or Obama chiming in, or bell hooks reading her touching piece—it would be an unforgettable program. I know I’d binge-watch that!
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