A collage of six book covers with diverse themes including environment, science, and fiction. Prominent colors and imagery evoke curiosity and imagination.

Apr 06, 2023 5 Great Books for Earth Day

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Celebrate Earth Day with these five picks from Librarian Allyson Mower.

Cover of "The Intersectional Environmentalist" by Leah Thomas. Bold black title on beige background above a vibrant rainbow arc. Emphasizes activism and inclusion.

The Intersectional Environmentalist
By Leah Thomas

This is a great book recommended to me by Kara Freedman from the Sustainability Office. The basic message is don’t let racism, sexism, or classism stop you from being an advocate for planet Earth.

Colorful illustration from "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss. Features a whimsical creature with a mustache standing on a tree stump, surrounded by tall, swirly trees.

The Lorax
By Dr. Seuss

This book, along with “The Sneetches,” made me care deeply about people and the environment.

Cover of "Energy Democracy: A Research Agenda" features colorful, abstract figures connected by looping lines, symbolizing community and collaboration.

Energy Democracy
Edited by Danielle Endres, et al.

In this innovative book, U of U professor of communication Dr. Danielle Endres brings together the latest research and thinking on how to engage the research agenda for a more just and democratic future.

Book cover for "Wayfinding" by M.R. O'Connor features a snowy mountain landscape with dramatic peaks under a starry sky, overlaid with contour lines.

Wayfinding
By M.R. Connor

A great historic and scientific exploration about how humans have found their way over time and how our brains developed because of it.

Cover of "Parable of the Talents" by Octavia E. Butler features a red bird in flight, surrounded by yellow circles. Text highlights it as a Nebula Award winner.

Parable of the Talents
By Octavia Butler

Focusing on the extreme political realities that can emerge during times of crisis and uncertainty, Octavia Butler’s “The Parable of the Talents” shows what can happen to human society in the aftermath of climate destruction and scare resources (which just reading about such a society makes you want to protect the planet!).

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