MEA The Book of Hope

Templeton Prize

A legendary conservationist. A life dedicated to fighting for our planet.

An essential message of hope.

Renowned naturalist Jane has been an advocate for our planet for more than half a century.

From her early encounters with chimpanzees in the Gombe forests as a young woman to her environmental activism well into her late eighties, Jane became a mentor to a new generation dedicated to creating a better and more hopeful world. In *The Book of Hope*, Jane draws on the wisdom of a life dedicated to nature to teach us where to find the strength to persevere in difficult times; she explains why there is still hope—both for nature and for humanity. Weaving together her extraordinary conversations with the book’s co-author, Douglas Abrams, with stories of travel and activism, Jane offers readers a new understanding of the crisis we face; she guides us on how to cultivate hope in our own lives and in the world.

“A woman who turned the world of zoology upside down”

Sir David Attenborough

“She is one of the most influential and important leaders on the planet. Jane spends nearly every day spreading optimism and raising awareness around the world. To protect the inherent rights of all living beings and instill hope in future generations, she delivers a powerful message—an urgent call to action—against climate change, the greatest threat to the environment.”

Leonardo DiCaprio

“A true hero”

Greta Thunberg