—Will Harlan, author of Untamed: The Wildest Woman in America

From diet to transport to energy use, the dominant culture tells us that the climate crisis is caused by the lifestyle choices we make. Yet whether it’s because of our socioeconomic status or the neighborhood that we call home, these choices are often governed by the systems in which we live. Taking a tongue-in-cheek approach, self-confessed eco-hypocrite Sami Grover says we absolutely should minimize the impact of our lifestyles, but a clean break from the status quo is simply not attainable for most. Instead, he argues, we need to target what actions we do take so they create systemic change. Along the way, he skewers those pointing fingers, celebrates those who are trying, and offers practical pathways to start making a difference.

“What a great book. Grover pushes well beyond BTUs and solar installs to confront shame, duplicity, and the multi-ality of being human. It’s daring, bold, and wonderfully provocative. One moment I’m hoping he buys the new crepe pan, the next I’m staring in the mirror thinking about my wasteful habits. It’s a great read with an epic span — from the morality of procreation to a wheelbarrow of horse shit and back again. Loved it.”
— Lyle Estill, author, Small Is Possible, grandparent, distiller