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Common Read

The Anthropocene Reviewed book cover superimposed on a photo of the Nevada State University campus

 

The Anthropocene Reviewed

Nevada State's Common Read book for Fall 2025 - Spring 2027 is The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet by John Green.

“The Anthropocene is the current geologic age, in which humans have profoundly reshaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays, bestselling author John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale—from the QWERTY keyboard and sunsets to Canada geese and Penguins of Madagascar. Funny, complex, and rich with detail, the reviews chart the contradictions of contemporary humanity.”

Read more about the book.

Library Book Access

Ebook copies are available to borrow from the University Library via the OverDrive and Ebook Central platforms. Audiobook copies are available via OverDrive. Print copies are available for checkout from the Library Service Desk on the 2nd floor of the RSC building. 

View all library copies here.

Please contact library@nevadastate.edu with any questions about library book access.

About the Common Read

The Common Read program at Nevada State University sparks conversation, community-building, and curiosity via curricular and co-curricular engagement with the Common Read book selection, selected biennially. The program is sponsored by the Office of the Provost and coordinated by the University Library in collaboration with the Common Read Committee.

Common Read Committee

The individuals listed below are members of the Common Read Committee. Don't hesitate to reach out with any ideas or questions!

Common Read Selection History

Common Read Events

Join us for upcoming Common Read events! You can also find some of our events on Scorpion Central.

Contact alena.manjuck@nevadastate.edu if you would like to add an event to this list or suggest an event idea.

Scorpion Silent Reading Society

Hosted by the Marydean Martin Writers' Project and the University Library, the Scorpion Silent Reading Society meets in the Marydean Martin Library (2nd floor, Rogers Student Center) on the first Monday of each month from 11 am – 1pm throughout the 2025–2026 academic year, except for the month of January.
 

What to expect:


This event is open to all Nevada State community members and the public. Parking at Nevada State University is free.
 

Scorpion Silent Reading Dates:

  • Monday, September 8th

  • Monday, October 6th

  • Monday, November 3rd

  • Monday, December 1st

  • Monday, February 2nd

  • Monday, March 2nd

  • Monday, April 6th

  • Monday, May 4th

Thank you to our 2025-2027 event partners and sponsors:

Office for the Arts | Office of the Provost | University Library