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  • A Life on Our Planet

  • My Witness Statement and Vision for the Future
  • By: David Attenborough
  • Narrated by: David Attenborough
  • Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (1,416 ratings)

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See the world. Then make it better.

I am 94. I've had an extraordinary life. It's only now that I appreciate how extraordinary. 

As a young man, I felt I was out there in the wild, experiencing the untouched natural world - but it was an illusion. The tragedy of our time has been happening all around us, barely noticeable from day to day - the loss of our planet's wild places, its biodiversity. 

I have been witness to this decline. A Life on Our Planet contains my witness statement and my vision for the future - the story of how we came to make this, our greatest mistake, and how, if we act now, we can yet put it right.

We have the opportunity to create the perfect home for ourselves and restore the wonderful world we inherited.

All we need is the will to do so.

©2020 David Attenborough (P)2020 Penguin Audio

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"Read this book to learn, but also to honour the man. We shall never see his like again." (Sunday Times)

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informative and inspires me

it is great to hear David talk to me about the issues of the planet we are in. really makes ke think about my footprint on the planet.

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An absolute MUST listen!

Sir Attenborough has a voice that is like no other. This publication is essential reading/listening to all. Eloquently presented and urgently dire in his appeal for our attention. It is compelling and action provoking. I plan on listening again and again as a constant reminder.

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Truth. Facts. Extraordinary vision of our planet.

An extraordinary account of the problems, facts and achievable solutions that might just save our planet.

Great time to share this book as a Christmas present, with as many as I can.

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A great motivation from a down-to earth guy

Exceptional book conveying the message that everyone is part of rewilding the world, must read book.

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A must read.

Fantastic text by one of the most important voices of our time. Read it listen to it watch the show and then do something about the issues raised.
Both terrifying and inspiring at the same time.

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Great listen

Brilliant book, well rounded. Classic Attenborough- the best narrator you could ask for, highly recommended.

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Important and timely

Although, as a historian, I’m not 100% sure that Sir Attenborough does not fall into a Malthusian Trap with some of his predictions. This book is timely and should be heard by all in our attempt to live more sustainable lives.

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a must read

really eye opening, well researched and great pace, very easy to follow. 5/5 would recommend to everyone

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A story first hand over David's life ! a must read

This book is fantastic, it is a must read for any budding environmentalist. Furthermore this book is of interest for every human on this planet. Narrator did an excellent job.
Thanking you very much Mr Attenborough for your observations and contributions to our world.

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Fantastic

loved it, recommended to all.

David Attenborough has succeeded once again in drawing our attention to the world around us.

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