If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately or tuning into podcasts such as Lex Friedman or The Joe Rogan Experience, you’ve likely seen a man who looks like he just stepped out of an emerald-green fever dream. That man is Paul Rosolie, and his mission is as massive as the anacondas he wrangles: saving the Amazon rainforest before it’s too late.
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After years of boots-on-the-ground (and bare-feet-in-the-mud) conservation work, Rosolie has released his most personal and profound book yet:
Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World
Many know Paul from his viral footage of the devastating Amazon wildfires or more recently, unseen footage of an uncontacted Amazonian tribe. His latest book Junglekeeper, released January 20, 2026 isn’t just a highlight reel of “crazy explorer” moments. It is a raw, grit-and-all account of what happens when a kid from Brooklyn follows an undeniable calling into the wildest place on Earth.
The book takes us deep into the “Mother of God” region of Peru, where Rosolie and his team at Junglekeepers have successfully protected over 80,000 acres of primary rainforest.
Reception
Early reviews are calling it a “jungle thriller meets philosophical exploration.” Here’s what’s making waves:
Rosolie doesn’t paint himself as a perfect hero. He talks about his failures, his learning disorders, and the “messy” reality of starting a non-profit with a dream but no plan.
Readers describe the prose as “alive” and “effortless,” moving from heart-pounding jaguar encounters to quiet, soulful moments by a campfire.
This isn’t just about “saving trees.” It’s about indigenous sovereignty, uncontacted tribes (like the Mashco Piro), and the fragile climate systems that every human on Earth depends on.
Why You Should you Read It
Whether you’re an armchair adventurer or a dedicated environmentalist, Junglekeeper is a reminder that the wild still exists—and it’s worth fighting for. As Paul says, the Amazon is a living, breathing thing. You can’t read this book and remain indifferent.
Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World is available now. Pick up a copy, follow the tour, and discover what happens when we choose responsibility over escape.
