The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times

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In a world that seems so troubled, how do we hold on to hope?

This program is read by the authors and includes a bonus PDF.

Looking at the headlines - the worsening climate crisis, a global pandemic, loss of biodiversity, political upheaval - it can be hard to feel optimistic. And yet hope has never been more desperately needed.

In this urgent audiobook, Jane Goodall, the world's most famous living naturalist, and Douglas Abrams, the internationally best-selling coauthor of The Book of Joy, explore through intimate and thought-provoking dialogue one of the most sought-after and least understood elements of human nature: hope. In The Book of Hope, Jane focuses on her "Four Reasons for Hope": The Amazing Human Intellect, The Resilience of Nature, The Power of Young People, and The Indomitable Human Spirit.

Drawing on decades of work that has helped expand our understanding of what it means to be human and what we all need to do to help build a better world, The Book of Hope touches on vital questions, including: How do we stay hopeful when everything seems hopeless? How do we cultivate hope in our children? What is the relationship between hope and action? Filled with moving and inspirational stories and photographs from Jane’s remarkable career, The Book of Hope is a deeply personal conversation with one of the most beloved figures in the world today.

While discussing the experiences that shaped her discoveries and beliefs, Jane tells the story of how she became a messenger of hope, from living through World War II to her years in Gombe to realizing she had to leave the forest to travel the world in her role as an advocate for environmental justice. And for the first time, she shares her profound revelations about her next, and perhaps final, adventure.

The second audiobook in the Global Icons series - which launched with the instant classic The Book of Joy with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu - The Book of Hope is a rare and intimate look not only at the nature of hope, but also into the heart and mind of a woman who revolutionized how we view the world around us and has spent a lifetime fighting for our future.

There is still hope, and this book will help guide us to it.

A Macmillan Audio production from Celadon Books

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

Alex

INSPIRING!!!

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2023

I LOVE this book! As others have said, “The Book of Hope” is a rare and intimate view into the nature of hope and into the soul and brain of a woman who revolutionized our view of the world around us and has spent a lifetime fighting for our future. Yay Jane!

But also yay Douglas Abrams. He seems to know how to create intimacy and a down to earth look into the heart of an ordinary person like us, doing extraordinary work like we can.

Excerpt from Washington Post interview:
"Jane Goodall, the world's most famous living naturalist, and Douglas Abrams, the internationally bestselling co-author of The Book of Joy, explore through intimate and thought-provoking dialogue one of the most sought after and least understood elements of human nature: hope."

An insightful and intuitive co-author, Douglas Abrams asks the questions we all want answers for. Jane’s hope shows in the twinkle in her eyes when she considers what’s possible if “we will all act together.” Jane explains with forthright honesty “we absolutely need to know all the doom and gloom because we are approaching a crossroads”. And her hope is robust that it’s not too late. “Traveling the world I’d see so many projects of restoration, animal and plant species being rescued from the brink of extinction, people tackling what seemed impossible and not giving up.”

“Those are the stories that should have equal time… Hope is what enables us to keep going in the face of adversity. It is what we desire to happen”. Her work is galvanizing people, building communities and igniting creativity as we learn what’s already being done, and she shows us how we can be a part of this energetic movement.

Jack Z

Great Read

Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024

Great Read. Gifted.

Amazon Customer

Good read

Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023

I started reading this on my Kindle before I realized it had a lot of great quotes and parts I wanted to refer back to as I plan a professional development week for teachers. So I bought a hard copy for myself and another for a friend.

cfwoodward

Wise and inspirational!

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2022

Although it seems like eons ago now, a presidential contender began his campaign with one word:

HOPE.

He not only captured the attention of the nation, but our world. What was so special about this message? How could such a small word make such a monumental impact?

Cut to 2020, where Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams take their own crack at defining this abstract concept in a time where Hope is needed more desperately than ever before...and they absolutely succeed!

The Book of Hope is one of many in a Global Icons series started by Abrams, where he has spoken with such prolific minds as the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu to explore the concept of Joy, and here turns to the world's most famous naturalist to break down the components of what makes hope function. You may know Jane best for her work with chimpanzees, but after reading this book, you will be shocked, stunned, and thoroughly inspired by the breadth of Jane's work throughout the world, from her charity Roots and Shoots, to her fascinating arsenal of stories from all corners of the globe and all walks of life. She is able to sum up her thoughts by exploring her Four Reasons for Hope and breaks this book into four neat sections:

*The Amazing Human Intellect: We all have the power and potential to think, change, and adapt to our circumstances. Scientists learn and grow every day, and our potential is limitless.

*The Resilience of Nature: As much as we have put this planet through, it is still standing (for now). Concerted efforts have brought species back from the brink of extinction, reforestation can help to regrow trees that have been lost, and a focused determination to eliminate factory farming globally could have a tremendous impact on how our world functions. Like it or not, we are all part of a global ecosystem and what hurts the smallest of us, hurts all of us.

*The Power of Young People: Children aren't born cynical-we make them that way. Greta Thunberg might be the best example of how one voice speaking out against climate change and simply stating it is unacceptable and bringing unflinching determination to make a change even by 'striking' against the generations that let her and all of our children (and grandchildren) down. She is but one example of the change possible by allowing our youth to embrace their innate optimism and belief in a better world.

and last but not least...

*The Indomitable Human Spirit: This last piece of the puzzle is probably the most important in light of the seemingly endless COVID pandemic. To truly LIVE hope and be messengers of hope, we must rely on our inner strength, the fighting spirit that keeps people holding on when it would be easier to give up and give in. We can overcome ANY adversity, and life CAN be better, if we only put the faith back into ourselves where it truly belongs.

I could go into more detail about these sections, but Goodall's words are worth the read all on their own. She is a soft-spoken yet articulate storyteller, telling tales of her childhood, her introduction to working with chimps, and anecdote after anecdote about the fascinating animals and people she has met through her 80+ years on the planet. Though her conversations with Abrams got disrupted, first due to the pandemic, and later when Abrams suffered the tragic loss of his father, her message never wavers.

If you care at all about the future of our planet Earth (and let's face it, you should...it's the only one we have!) and are searching for a sign, consider this it!

In the words of Jane and Doug:

Doug:"...But doesn't it feel like a drop in the ocean, given the overwhelming autocracy or tyranny that people are facing around the world?"
Jane: "But millions of drops actually make the ocean."

Hope checkmate.

Checkmate, indeed!

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Merle Miller

A Survival Guide for Trying Times

Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024

I selected this book by accident! I have always admired the work of Jane Goodall with the chimpanzees! This book gives hope to all that Read it!..I would recommend to all!

Spajnky

Most inspiring book read this year

Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024

Jane Goodall is an amazing woman traveling all over the world even at the age of 90. Although Jane’s career started off studying habits of chimpanzees, Jane has and continues to work tirelessly spreading word inspiring as many as she can to understand the importance of paying attention to our environment. She tells many stories to support the work already accomplished. Her foundation and her program Roots n’ Shoots are good examples of the fruits of her labor. Jane doesn’t just talk about saving our planet, but practices what she preaches. A legend still going strong.

Karen Louis

Uplifting

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024

I especially liked all the stories of Jane's experiences and her HOPE for the future.

love to read

One of my favorite books

Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2022

There isn't anything not to like about this book. I love Jane Goodall's message so much, I ordered some of her other books. Her message is: "Every single individual matters, has a role to play, and makes an impact on the planet- every single day. And we have a choice as to what sort of impact we will make."
The day I read this, I bought compostable zip lock bags; picturing our earth/ oceans soiled by plastic, gives me a feeling of despair. "We need to be here for people, animals and our environment, starting in our own community." I think everyone should read Jane Goodall's books, she has s much wisdom to share, and we need to learn from that.
I need to compliment Douglas Abrams, also an exceptional human being. There was such an easy flow when he interviewed Jane. I can literally see the two sitting in front of a fire, sipping their whiskey. Maybe not such a wise idea to bring this up with people who are unable to control their alcohol intake. Just buy the book, you won't regret it.

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