The Anthropocene Reviewed Essays on a Human-Centered Planet

Now in paperback: A deeply moving and insightful collection of personal essays from #1 bestselling author John Green, adapted from his critically acclaimed podcast The Anthropocene Reviewed.

The Anthropocene is the current geologic age, in which humans have profoundly reshaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays, bestselling author John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale—from the QWERTY keyboard to Penguins of Madagascar. Funny, complex, and rich with detail, Green’s gift for storytelling shines throughout this masterful collection. The Anthropocene Reviewed is an open-hearted exploration of the paths we forge and an unironic celebration of falling in love with the world.Author Online Presence
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Praise for The Anthropocene Reviewed
 “A beautiful, timely book about the human condition and a timeless reminder to pay attention to your attention.”—Adam Grant, “My Favorite Books of 2021”

“This is a book about culture, about science and medicine, about Green himself, but really it surpasses these designations. It is essential to the human conversation. John Green whispered the truth of humanity onto the page, and as with all good secrets, you’ll need to lean in closely to hear.”—Library Journal, starred review

“The Anthropocene Reviewed is the perfect book to read over lunch or to keep on your nightstand, whenever you need a reminder of what it is to feel small and human, in the best possible way.”—San Francisco Chronicle

“Lyrical and beautiful, funny and hopeful, intricate and entertaining all at once.... Green may have made his name by writing fiction (and for good reason), but this first foray into nonfiction is his most mature, compelling, and beautifully written book yet.”—Shondaland.com

“What Green is really telling us with these unexpected stories about Sycamore Trees, Canada Geese, and Dr Pepper is how much there is to love in the world and why that love is worth the effort.”—NPR.com

“Each short review is rich with meaning and filled with surprises and together, they amount to a resonant paean to hard-won hope.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“If you’re looking for a little hope this summer look no further than John Green’s latest essay collection…. These personal essays explore humanity in every detail from funny and small to complex and powerful.”—Isaac Fitzgerald, TODAY Show Summer Reading Recommendations