Elizabeth Kolbert's 'Field Notes from a Catastrophe' is an updated edition of her vital work on the perils of climate change. Originating from an award-winning series in 'The New Yorker,' this book provides a stark examination of the world's ongoing environmental crisis. With the addition of a chapter brining older text up-to-date, alongside three new chapters, Kolbert addresses ocean acidification, the impacts of tar sands, and the journey of a carbon-neutral Danish town. This comprehensive guide presents compelling evidence and recounts the mounting challenges we face, solidifying its status as a crucial read for our time.