Thursday, May 07, 2026

Nine of the best climate & sustainability books

Vogue asked four climate activists to help "compile a reading list that offers context and perspective on issues of climate, sustainability, and resistance." One pick by Leah Thomas, intersectional environmental activist and eco-communicator:
Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden by Camille T. Dungy

I love this book because it shows how tending to the land can be both a personal and political act, especially as a Black woman reclaiming space, care, and belonging. It’s a beautiful reflection on how our relationships with soil, home, and community are deeply tied to climate, justice, and what it means to nurture a livable future.
Read about another entry on the list.

Soil is among Sari Fordham's seven books to read when the world is on fire.

--Marshal Zeringue