Our Only Home: A Climate Appeal to the World

by Dalai Lama, Franz Alt PhD, Brian Nishii (Read by), Angelo Di Loreto (Read by)

Overview

“This impassioned account is ideal for readers well versed in current climate change activism, especially efforts spearheaded by Greta Thunberg.”—Library Journal

From the voice of the beloved world religious leader comes an eye-opening manifesto that empowers the generation of today to step up, take action and save our environment.

Saving the climate is our common duty. With each passing day, climate change is causing Pacific islands to disappear into the sea, accelerating the extinction of species at alarming proportions and aggravating a water shortage that has affected the entire world. In short, climate change can no longer be denied—it threatens our existence on earth.

In this new book, the Dalai Lama, one of the most influential figures of our time, calls on political decision makers to finally fight against deadlock and ignorance on this issue and to stand up for a different, more climate-friendly world and for the younger generation to assert their right to regain their future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781799920892
Publisher:	Harlequin Audio
Publication date:	11/17/2020
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 7.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. He is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people and of Tibetan Buddhism. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 and the US Congressional Gold Medal in 2007. Born in 1935 to a poor farming family, he was recognized at the age of two as the reincarnation of his predecessor, the 13th Dalai Lama. He has been a passionate advocate for a secular universal approach to cultivating fundamental human values. The Dalai Lama travels extensively, promoting kindness and compassion, interfaith understanding, respect for the environment, and, above all, world peace.
https://www.dalailama.com/ | @DalaiLama

Franz Alt, PhD, is a television journalist and bestselling author. His books have been translated into seventeen languages and have sold more than three million copies worldwide.

Brian Nishii is a voice talent and award-winning audiobook narrator.

Angelo Di Loreto is a versatile audiobook narrator and voice actor from Buffalo, New York, based in New York City. He has narrated titles for Audible Studios, Tantor Media, and an extensive body of self-produced work for ACX. As an actor, he has worked in various productions with the St. Joseph Academy Theater Company for the past few years and has studied and worked with voice-over and acting coaches such as Marla Kirban and Jayme Mattler. In addition to acting, Angelo is an accomplished pianist and composer, and regularly tours with his various projects.

Table of Contents

I Introduction by Franz Alt 13

1 Life is holy 15

2 Climate emergency 18

3 The world's most likeable person 19

4 Mankind's survival is at stake 21

II The Third World War against Nature 23

1 Mankind is losing control 25

2 Four hundred million climate refugees 31

3 Millions take to the streets with Greta 32

4 What could rescue look like? 34

5 Dare for a future 36

III Save the Environment-The Dalai Lama's Climate Appeal to the World 39

1 Buddha would be Green-me too, I am Green 41

2 Enviromental education 42

3 Universal responsibility 43

4 The revolution of compassion 44

IV Franz Alt's Interview with His Holiness the Dalai Lama 47

1 The purpose of life is to be happy 49

2 We are all children of one world 52

3 Without humans the earth would be doing better 55

4 Himalaya's glaciers are vanishing 59

5 A nuclear war would be the last in the history of mankind 65

6 More education of the heart 69

V The Solar Age Begins-The Sun Wins 73

1 Solar energy is social energy 75

2 We should lock up the politicians 78

3 Rebirth calls for environmental protection 80

4 Buddha: "We are what we think" 82

5 Greta: "Our house is on fire" 85

VI The Mountains Here Are as Bald as a Monk's Head 91

1 Plant trees 93

2 Ethics is more important than religion 102

3 Vegetarianism helps the climate 104

4 Buddhists disapprove of killing as a sport 106

VII The Sheltering Tree of Interdependence- A Buddhist Monk's Reflections on Ecological Responsibility 113

VIII For a Solar Age-Epilogue by Franz Alt 127

1 Reconciling economy and ecology 129

2 There is no matter 132

3 In depth all life is one 135

4 No child should starve to death 136

5 Disarming instead of rearming 140

6 Economizing with nature, not against it 143

7 Deeds are evidence of the truth 151

IX Ten Commandments for the Climate 155

X What Can I Do? 163

1 Choose wisely 165

2 Is there still hope for us? 169

Acknowledgments 175

Editorial Reviews

"This impassioned account is ideal for readers well versed in current climate change activism, especially efforts spearheaded by Greta Thunberg." -Library Journal

From the Publisher

09/01/2020

The Dalai Lama and Franz Alt collaborate again after 2017's An Appeal to the World, this time with a focus on climate change. This slim volume is written in support of young climate activists and intended to urge politicians to address the immediacy of global warming. To the Dalai Lama, environmental issues are beyond any one religious or political affiliation, and it is humankind's ethical responsibility to make the necessary changes to ensure our survival. The first two sections are written by Alt, giving a wide view of climate change and global activism efforts. The third section presents the Dalai Lama's support of environmental issues. After lengthy interviews between the two authors regarding the ethics of caring for the environment, a poem by the Dalai Lama is presented. In conversation, the authors also reflect on topics including the 2106 Paris Agreement and the concept of universal responsibility. Further reflections by Alt conclude the book, and action points for individuals and governments are included. VERDICT This impassioned account is ideal for readers well versed in current climate change activism, especially efforts spearheaded by Greta Thunberg. Relevant for collections with a concentration on environmental issues, otherwise optional.—Anitra Gates, Erie Cty. P.L., PA

Library Journal

This audiobook is a collection of speeches, letters, and quotations by the world-renowned spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on the crisis of climate change. Some of the audiobook features interviews between the two authors as they discuss environmental activism and climate justice from a Buddhist perspective. It's impossible for any narrator to embody the Dalai Lama’s ineffable energy, humor, and calmness of mind; however, Brian Nishii does an admirable job. Angelo Di Loreto’s deep and commanding portrayal of Franz Alt brings the gravity and dangers of climate change to the forefront of every conversation. When chapters begin with lengthy quotations from various climate figures like Greta Thunberg, it isn’t always clear to listeners who is speaking. Overall, this is an inspiring, yet at times confusing, listening experience. J.T. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine

MAY 2021 - AudioFile

This audiobook is a collection of speeches, letters, and quotations by the world-renowned spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on the crisis of climate change. Some of the audiobook features interviews between the two authors as they discuss environmental activism and climate justice from a Buddhist perspective. It's impossible for any narrator to embody the Dalai Lama’s ineffable energy, humor, and calmness of mind; however, Brian Nishii does an admirable job. Angelo Di Loreto’s deep and commanding portrayal of Franz Alt brings the gravity and dangers of climate change to the forefront of every conversation. When chapters begin with lengthy quotations from various climate figures like Greta Thunberg, it isn’t always clear to listeners who is speaking. Overall, this is an inspiring, yet at times confusing, listening experience. J.T. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine

MAY 2021 - AudioFile