![]() ![]() ![]() This book is essentially a collection of her speeches and when you read them it is clear that she’s not trying to be a scientist, she wants the world leaders to listen to science rather than thinking about how much revenue will be lost if a government’s policy changes. What struck me from the outset is the anger or maybe the intense passion she possess in her fight to protect the environment. This has inspired other students around the world to join her #FridaysforFuture demonstrations. Her persistence gained worldwide recognition at attracted attention from the media. It started by sitting outside the Swedish Parliament with a simple sign “School Strike for Climate”. Thanksįor those who don’t know (where have you been?!), Greta Thunberg is a Swedish teenager who has shot to fame for her climate activism. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission. Over the past 75 years, a new canon has emerged. It’s not that often I write book reviews but as the subject is relevant today, I would like to make an exception. No One is Too Small to Make a Difference collects Greta Thunbergs history-making speeches, from addresses at climate rallies around the world audiences at the UN, the World Economic Forum, and the British Parliament. I was lucky enough to receive a copy of No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference for Christmas from a friend who knows me very well. ![]()
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