Earth We Share

Björn Persson is an internationally renowned wildlife photographer documenting endangered species to bring awareness to preservation and environmental causes. Persson’s photographs have been published in National Geographic, Vagabond, and Wildlife and exhibited at museums and galleries worldwide. His first book, The Real Owners of the Planet, was published in 2018. Jane Goodall, DBE, is still considered the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. As the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and the Roots & Shoots program, she worked extensively on conservation and animal welfare issues. Ellen DeGeneres is an Emmy-winning comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host who is best known for her nationally syndicated talk show The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Founded in 2018, The Ellen Fund supports global conservation efforts for endangered species.

"I wrote a foreword for this book, along with Jane Goodall. It is a beautiful and important book. I hope you find it as inspiring as I do.” — Ellen DeGeneres "Persson’s emotive photographs meander between intimate, tender vignettes to striking and powerful demonstrations of brute strength and presence. In many cases, the animals look directly at the viewer, as if we’re being stalked. Others look away, scanning the grasses for prey or for other members of their cohort. With a reverent eye, Persson focuses specifically on endangered creatures, which face dwindling populations due to poaching, habitat loss, and the effects of the climate crisis. 'He believes that by portraying animals as sentient beings, he can inspire people to acknowledge the intrinsic beauty and worth of these extraordinary creatures,' says a statement. The book is an extension of this vision, with the aim of inspiring not only awe but action." — Colossal