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The Book of Hope

The Book of Hope

By Douglas Abrams & Jane Goodall

A Survival Guide for Trying Times. Celadon Books, 2021.

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14 mins read

12 Key insights

A brief summary of The Book of Hope

Spreading comfort and encouragement that, no matter how dire a situation looks, there’s always hope that we can make a positive difference in the world, straight from one of the most prominent environmentalists of our time.

Key insights in The Book of Hope

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What do you get from this book? Encouragement and hope that the world can be better with a little work
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For international icon Jane Goodall, hope is not an emotion but a survival trait we share with animals
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Hope isn’t the same as optimism, and for hope to last, there are four essentials we need
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The capabilities humans possess because of their evolution is vast—it all depends on whether we use our intellect for good or evil
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In order to heal the damage we’ve done to our planet, we must appreciate nature’s resilience and support its regrowth
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Young people can be encouraged to use their power to make the world a better place
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The stories of people overcoming extraordinary odds prove how unconquerable we can be
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The message Jane spreads through the world is born from her incredible experiences and inspiring friends
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Despite her age, Jane works tirelessly to help people and the planet and to encourage the same dedication in others
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read The Book of Hope

Naturalists • environmentalists • quote collectors • anyone who has ever felt hopeless about the world • those willing to work toward a better future

About the author of The Book of Hope

Dr. Jane Goodall is an English ethologist, primatologist, and environmentalist who founded the Jane Goodall Institute to promote the protection of the planet and the prospering of people all over the world. Her research on chimpanzees changed the way we view animals and reformed cruel lab practices, and her speeches have brought awareness about quality of life and environmental conservation. Douglas Abrams is an American bestselling coauthor of The Book of Joy with the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu and The Book of Hope with Jane Goodall. He is also the founder of the literary agency and media development company Idea Architects.

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