The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet by John Green
Nonfiction | 304 Pages | Published: 2021
Use the following questions to jumpstart your discussion about The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet:
1. The title of the book, The Anthropocene Reviewed, suggests a human-centered view of the world. How does Green explore the idea of the Anthropocene, and how do you think humans' impact on Earth is reflected in the essays?
2. Which personal essay or story in the book resonated most with you? Why? Was there a particular moment or reflection that made you think differently about your own life or experiences?
3. Green writes about how human-made things can both harm and enrich life. How does this theme manifest throughout the book? Were there any particular moments where this idea shifted your perspective on the things we often take for granted?