
Title:
From democracy to biocracy :
Publication Date:
2016
Publication Information:
Victoria, B.C. : Friesen Press, 2016.
Physical Description:
xvi, 162 pages ; 23 cm.
ISBN:
9781460278758
Abstract:
"In his second book W. Thomson Martin brings together the liberating force of outrage in service to life with the meditative rhythms of connecting to nature --- plants, animals, rivers and mountains. In the tradition of Thomas Berry and Joanna Macy, Tom inspires the reader to explore healing trails that can lead us from self-destructive behaviour to a healthier way of being human.From encounters with bears and foxes to the intricacies of biocratic urban design, this book in equal measure inspires, guides and restores courage and spirit." -- publisher's website.
Contents:
Introduction -- Outrage: a spiritual process -- Democracy derailed -- A damaging experiment called Capitalism -- The death of the corporate person -- The story of Clayquot Sound -- Our biotic community -- Thomas Berry: Earth scholar and shaman -- Envisioning biocracy -- Spiritual moments in nature -- The spirit and wisdom of nature: the roots of a universal mythology -- Epilogue.
Language:
English