H Is for Hope

In H Is for Hope, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth Kolbert presents a collection of twenty-six essays, each corresponding to a letter of the alphabet, exploring the complex history and future of climate change. From the pioneering work of Svante Arrhenius to the challenges faced in the Colorado River Basin, Kolbert combines poignant reflections on events like Greta Thunberg’s impactful speech with personal experiences, such as flying an all-electric plane and testing extreme temperatures on the human body. Originally published in The New Yorker, these essays are both thought-provoking and laced with dark humor, offering a unique perspective on our evolving relationship with the environment.