Saving Our World Heritage

Our world is full of wonders, but it is under threat from natural disasters, wars, climate change, construction, pollution, and mass tourism. This book explores over 70 World Heritage Sites in 52 countries and showcases the efforts of communities, governments, and organizations to save this extraordinary inheritance. It is published in partnership with UNESCO, which works to protect these sites and preserve them for future generations.

Format: Paperback
Publication date: 24 August 2023
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Our world is a captivating tapestry of wonders, boasting a rich array of historic cities, majestic castles, awe-inspiring cathedrals, and breathtaking mountains, rainforests, and oceans. These magnificent treasures, bestowed upon us by nature's hand, constitute our collective heritage, a testament to our shared humanity. However, our heritage faces relentless threats, stemming from natural disasters, conflicts, climate change, urbanization, pollution, and the overwhelming impact of mass tourism. In this captivating book, we embark on a journey to explore over 70 World Heritage Sites across 52 countries. Through our exploration, we uncover the tireless efforts of communities, governments, and organizations in safeguarding this extraordinary inheritance. We meet the dedicated experts who painstakingly restore invaluable works of art, the courageous park rangers who risk their lives to protect rare wildlife, and the passionate young volunteers who are learning the ropes in environmental protection.

Published in partnership with UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Saving Our World Heritage serves as a powerful testament to the collective determination of humanity to preserve our shared legacy. UNESCO's vision of recognizing a place as a World Heritage Site was born out of a profound commitment to protect and preserve these precious sites for future generations. Today, the World Heritage Centre, under the guidance of UNESCO, works tirelessly to ensure the safety of these sites and their preservation for generations to come.

As we delve into the pages of this book, we witness the remarkable stories of individuals and communities who have dedicated their lives to safeguarding our world's heritage. We learn about the challenges they face, the innovative solutions they employ, and the unwavering commitment they demonstrate in preserving the beauty and diversity of our planet.

In conclusion, Saving Our World Heritage is a captivating exploration of the world's most remarkable treasures and the dedicated efforts of individuals and organizations to protect them. It serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to preserve our heritage for future generations and a call to action for us all to contribute to this noble cause. Let us embrace the beauty and diversity of our world, and work together to ensure that our heritage remains a source of pride and inspiration for generations to come.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 216 x 285 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445167442