Green Colors: Elisabeth May and the Rise of Canadian Ecopolitics

About the Book

Green Colors is the definitive biography of Elisabeth May, the charismatic leader of Canada's Green Party and a pioneering voice in the global environmental movement. This engaging and meticulously researched book traces May's remarkable journey from her early years as a conservation activist to her election as the first Green MP in Canadian history. Author and journalist Mark Hume provides an intimate portrait of May, drawing on exclusive interviews and extensive archival research to reveal the personal and political forces that have shaped her life and work. Green Colors is a timely and inspiring account of one of the most influential environmental leaders of our time, and a must-read for anyone interested in the future of the planet.

Green (Colors)

by Elisabeth May

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Language	:	English
File size	:	4773 KB
Print length	:	32 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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About the Author

Mark Hume is an award-winning author and journalist who has written extensively about environmental issues. He is a former national affairs columnist for The Globe and Mail and a former senior writer for Maclean's magazine. Hume is the author of several books, including The Oil Man and the Sea and The Last Hurrah: Canada's Ford Dynasty.

Reviews

"Green Colors is a fascinating and inspiring account of one of the most important environmental leaders of our time. Mark Hume has written a timely and essential book that should be read by anyone interested in the future of the planet." - David Suzuki

"Elisabeth May is a true pioneer in the environmental movement. Green Colors is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of Canadian ecopolitics and the challenges facing our planet today." - Maude Barlow

"Green Colors is a beautifully written and deeply researched biography of one of Canada's most important political figures. Mark Hume has captured the essence of Elisabeth May's life and work, and the result is a book that is both inspiring and informative." - Charlotte Gray