{"title":"Ben Rawlence","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen Rawlence\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the complex intersections of human experience and the natural world with profound insight and empathy. His works delve into topics ranging from the resilience of refugee communities to the intricate ecosystems of ancient forests, offering readers a thoughtful blend of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough evocative storytelling and meticulous research, Rawlence invites readers to reflect on urgent social and environmental issues. 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Through a series of inspiring letters written to his daughters, climate activist and writer Ben Rawlence finds new ways to open conversations and navigate the uncertainty of our changing times together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Beautiful and thought-provoking\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Cal Flyn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A delightful and important book. Every parent should read this\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Merlin Hanbury-Tenison\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow do we raise children in a climate emergency?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat should we teach them - and what kind of future are we preparing them for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBen Rawlence began writing to his eldest daughter before she was born, trying to understand what it means to bring a child into a world facing ecological breakdown. 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