After They’re Gone
After They’re Gone by Peter Marren, published by Hodder & Stoughton in 2022, is a thought-provoking exploration of the ongoing sixth mass extinction event, primarily driven by human actions. This 272-page book presents a rational account of the alarming rate at which species are disappearing from our planet, emphasizing the urgency of acknowledging this reality. Marren’s writing combines insight with a touch of humor, aiming to engage readers in a critical reflection on the state of the natural world.
In this edition, readers will find a detailed examination of the implications of extinction across various species, including mammals, birds, and plants. Marren encourages a deep understanding of the ecological and biological factors at play, while also addressing the broader themes of global warming and climate change. The narrative invites contemplation on humanity’s role in this crisis and the necessity of recognizing the truth about our impact on the environment.
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‘Wise, challenging and offering some unexpected laughter in the dark, this is a rational and insightful account of the sixth great extinction event. Peter Marren is a brilliant writer and a national treasure.’ PATRICK BARKHAM
‘Thoughtful, fascinating and very timely.’ STEPHEN MOSS
‘Important and thought-provoking.’ CAROLINE LUCAS, GREEN PARTY MP
‘Essential reading. Marren makes a page-turner out of Armageddon.’ SIMON BARNES
‘In his characteristic style Peter Marren has humanised the story of wildlife losses with humour and wit but also with his enormous knowledge and deep love for the living world.’ MARK COCKER
We are in the midst of an extinction event: the sixth mass extinction on earth and one entirely caused by mankind. All species become extinct sooner or later, but we have accelerated that natural process several hundredfold and now, it is happening right in front of our eyes.
Extinction has a terrifying finality to it. And many species have already been lost to us forever; there is little we can do about that.
What we can do, however, is reflect, remember, and ultimately acknowledge the unvarnished truth. We must see the natural world as it is, and not as we might want it to be. Our trajectory is one that has benefited one species alone – humankind. For all other beings, from mammals to fish, from birds to insects and coral, from plants to lichens and fungi, the future, for better or worse, is in our hands.
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