Future Hopes: Hopeful stories in a time of climate change
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Walker Books Ltd
Published:7th Mar '24
Should be back in stock very soon
In this collection of compelling short stories, authors including M. G. Leonard, Neal Shusterman and Tolá Okogwu offer hope for our planet in the face of climate change.
“A brilliant collection of inspiring stories with the power to change the world. Innovative, original and essential.” Hannah Gold
Skyscraper farms. Insects for dinner. Guerilla gardening. Nine authors pose ingenious and thought-provoking solutions to the climate crisis in this anthology of climate fiction. Rooted in real-world science and technology, the stories offer a roadmap for a future where our planet can thrive. From a rewilding project with unexpected consequences to a rebellion against augmented reality, these wide-ranging stories will leave the reader feeling a little less powerless in the fight to save planet Earth.
Full list of contributors: Eli Brown, L. R. Lam, M. G. Leonard, Rebecca Lim, Oisín McGann, Tolá Okogwu, Neal and Brendan Shusterman, Louie Stowell and Bijal Vachharajani
The nine tales by talented authors, from the fantastical to the everyday, embrace wildlife corridors, plastic-eating creatures, cities run on green power… Much more inspiring than dystopian wastelands. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *
You'll find imaginative tales about everything from guerilla gardening to skyscraper farms - and you'll be left feeling inspired and empowered to help our planet. * The Week Junior *
This collection has something to appeal to any climate conscious reader… both an enjoyable read and a useful classroom resource. * Children's Books Ireland *
A collection of thought-provoking short stories about climate change and future worlds, with solutions based on science and technology. * Green Issues Editor’s Pick, The School Library Association *
Diverse in style, and inspirational in nature, this nine-story anthology of climate-themed fiction is an empowering, engaging toolkit for young readers, environmentalists and activists. * LoveReading4Kids *
ISBN: 9781529507997
Dimensions: 197mm x 130mm x 15mm
Weight: 185g
256 pages