The Ecology Of Wisdom: Writings By Arne Naess

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Preface: Alan Drengson and Bill Devall vii; Acknowledgments xi; Introduction: The Life and Work of Arne Naess: An Appreciative Overview by Alan Drengson 3; An Example of a Place: Tvergastein 45; Modesty and the Conquest of Mountains 65; Avalanches as Social Constructions 68; The World of Concrete Contents 70 ; Self-Realization: An Ecological Approachto Being in the World 81; The Three Great Movements 99 ; The Basics of the Deep Ecology Movement 105 ; Cultural Diversity and the Deep Ecology Movement 120; The Place of Joy in a World of Fact 123.;A founder of the Deep Ecology Movement, Arne Naess' has produced articles on environmentalism that have provided unmatched inspiration for ecologists, philosophers, and activists worldwide. This collection amasses a definitive group of Naess' most important works in which he calls for nonviolent, cooperative action to protect the Earth. Rich with observations, insights, and anecdotes, Naess' writings draw from Eastern religious practices, Gandhian nonviolent direct action, and Spinozan unity systems. Playful and compassionate in tone, Ecology of Wisdom showcases Naess' exceptional enthusiasm, wit, and spiritual fascination with nature, while educating each of us about the steps we must take to rescue the planet and illuminating the relevance of this important environmental advocate.