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“In Cindy Forde’s environmentalist manifesto Bright New World, Earth’s perilous situation fades in comparison to vibrant, sustainable possibilities.”—ForeWord Reviews

Bright New World is a lavishly illustrated glimpse into a future not too far from our own time – a world in which today's children have grown up and tackled the…

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1 author picked Bright New World as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is the children’s book I wish I had written. 

It is full of exciting ideas about how we can create a better future through innovation, technology, and care for nature and people. 

It inspires children about the possibilities of what lies ahead if human work together instead of adding to their anxieties through climate despair. 

Beautifully illustrated.

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