Gaia Vince Books
Gaia Vince is a science writer, journalist, and broadcaster specializing in the environment. She is a former editor of Nature, one of the most renowned scientific journals in the world. Her work has appeared in newspapers and magazines including the Guardian, the Times, Scientific American, and New Scientist. She also writes about science for radio and television, including the BBC.
Adventures in the Anthropocene
What's Adventures in the Anthropocene about?
Adventures in the Anthropocene (2014) explores how humanity has altered the planet so radically in recent decades that a new geological epoch is said to be coming into being – we’re crossing over from the Holocene to the Anthropocene, or the Age of Man. Author Gaia Vince examines what the changes we’ve made really mean for the world. From disappearing islands to urban slums, from Mekong fishermen to ancient nomadic tribes in Kenya, these blinks tell the story of our new relationship with nature and our hopes for the future.
Who should read Adventures in the Anthropocene?
- Anyone who’d like to understand the human impact on the world
- Global citizens who want to learn about the effects of climate change
- Everyone who wonders about the future of human life on Earth
Transcendence
What's Transcendence about?
Transcendence (2020) is a wide-ranging overview of humanity’s history, from its beginnings on the savannas of Africa to the globe-spanning civilization of today. This multifaceted exploration shows how fire, language, beauty, and time came to define our species.
Who should read Transcendence?
- History buffs seeking a deep look at the past
- Armchair anthropologists curious about the origins of human society
- Anyone interested in what makes humans human
What's Nomad Century about?
Nomad Century (2022) proposes a radical solution to the looming climate apocalypse, one that’s as practical as it is controversial. To tackle the effects of climate change, we need to migrate and be more tolerant of those who’ve been forced to move.
Who should read Nomad Century?
- Supranational bodies trying to tackle the climate crisis
- Governments dealing with climate migration
- Scientists, communities, and NGOs