The Sixth Extinction (Elizabeth Kolbert)

"The Sixth Extinction" by Elizabeth Kolbert explores how human activity—such as habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change—is causing a rapid, unprecedented loss of Earth's species, comparable to the five previous mass extinctions in Earth's history. Kolbert illustrates how current extinctions are driven primarily by human impact, leading to the decline of numerous plants and animals. The book emphasizes that this ongoing extinction event threatens the balance of ecosystems and the future health of the planet, highlighting the urgent need for conservation and sustainable practices.