Introduction

Abstract

The green movement has become one of the most visible movements during the last few years. Within the green sector, three overlapping yet clearly definable directions can be distinguished: animal advocacy, nature conservation, and environmentalism. This book is a collection of my personal heroes, a subjective selection of the leading characters among animal advocates, nature conservationists, and environmentalists, ranging from an ancient religious leader to a contemporary movie star. Instead of conventional biographies, I provide readers with portraits, based on biographical data, scientific facts, celebrity stories, historical circumstances, ethical principles, green strategies and tactics, and thought-provoking quotes. My hope is that the green heroes I wrote about in this book will inspire many people to take action and make the world a better place.