The challenges we face are enormous. But we can still secure a positive future for our planet
and for everyone on it. In What We Owe The Future philosopher William MacAskill
persuasively argues for longtermism the idea that positively influencing the distant future is
a moral priority of our time. It isn't enough to mitigate climate change or avert the next
pandemic. We can ensure that civilization would rebound if it collapsed cultivate value
pluralism and prepare for a planet where the most sophisticated beings are digital and not
human. 'Unapologetically optimistic and bracingly realistic this is the most inspiring book
on 'ethical living' I've ever read.' Oliver Burkeman Guardian 'A monumental event.' Rutger
Bregman author of Humankind 'A book of great daring clarity insight and imagination. To
be simultaneously so realistic and so optimistic and always so damn readable... well that is a
miracle for which he should be greatly applauded.' Stephen Fry
