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Books for Adults

by elin kelsey
elin kelsey's book cover for Hope Matters: Why Changing the Way We Think Is Critical to Solving the Environmental Crisis; realisitic image of small plant growing and breaking through concrete
Line art logo for the "Thin Air Award 2020" pair of glasses with the number 20 in each lens

Hope Matters: Why Changing the Way We Think Is Critical to Solving the Environmental Crisis

“This book comes at just the right moment. It brings a message of hope to help curb the negativity, the gloom and doom we are confronted with each day. It is NOT too late if we get together and take action, NOW.”

Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, Founder, The Jane Goodall Institute & UN Messenger of Peace

Read more about A Last Goodbye on New York Times and Psychology Today

elin kelsey's book cover for Watching Giants: The Secret Lives of Whales; photograph of three a pod of whales on a deep blue cover

Watching Giants: The Secret Lives of Whales

“An appealing, agitating foray into the world of whales that ignites both protective instincts and a hungry curiosity to know more.”

Kirkus Reviews

"Cogent, compassionate . . . Brilliant at pursuing seemingly unrelated trails back down the blowhole, Kelsey illuminates the 'humanity' of whales."

Publishers Weekly

"Engaging portrayal of the lives and culture of whales . . . Range(s) from meditative essays on the scale of whales’ lives through to hard scientific reporting."

The Economist

“Charming . . . Will be of interest to all whale and dolphin watchers.”

Choice

"In Watching Giants: The Secret Lives of Whales, elin kelsey provides an in depth look into one of the world's most magnificent creatures. I'm sure these stories will amaze and inspire you as they did me. A joy to read."

Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, Founder, The Jane Goodall Institute & UN Messenger Of Peace

Read more about A Last Goodbye on New York Times and Psychology Today

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