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Earth Democracy: Justice, Sustainability, And Peace
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A Leading Voice In The Struggle For Global Justice, Vandana Shiva Is A Worldrenowned Environmental Activist And Physicist. In Earth Democracy, Shiva Updates The Struggles She Helped Bring To International Attentionagainst Genetic Food Engineering, Culture Theft, And Natural Resource Privatizationuncovering Their Links To The Rising Tide Of Fundamentalism, Violence Against Women, And Planetary Death.Starting In The 16Th Century With The Initial Enclosure Of The British Commons, Shiva Reveals How The Commons Continue To Shrink As More And More Natural Resources Are Patented And Privatized. As Our Ecological Sustainability And Cultural Diversity Erode, So Too Is Human Life Rendered Disposable. Through The Forces Of Neoliberal Globalization, Economic And Social Exclusion Ignite Violence Across Lines Of Difference, Threatening The Lives Of Millions.Yet These Brutal Extinctions Are Not The Only Trend Shaping Human History. Struggles On The Streets Of Seattle And Cancun And In Homes And Farms Across The World Have Yielded A Set Of Principles Based On Inclusion, Nonviolence, Reclaiming The Commons, And Freely Sharing The Earths Resources. These Ideals, Which Shiva Calls Earth Democracy, Serves As An Urgent Call To Peace And As The Basis For A Just And Sustainable Future.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Earth Democracy' by Vandana Shiva? A: The main theme of 'Earth Democracy' is the interconnectedness of global justice, environmental sustainability, and peace, highlighting the struggles against privatization of natural resources and advocating for inclusive, nonviolent solutions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Earth Democracy'? A: 'Earth Democracy' is authored by Vandana Shiva, a renowned environmental activist and physicist recognized for her work in global justice.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Earth Democracy'? A: The book covers topics such as genetic food engineering, cultural appropriation, natural resource privatization, and the consequences of neoliberal globalization.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Earth Democracy'? A: 'Earth Democracy' has a total of 205 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: When was 'Earth Democracy' published? A: 'Earth Democracy' was published on July 1, 2005.
- Q: What binding type does 'Earth Democracy' have? A: 'Earth Democracy' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What edition of 'Earth Democracy' is available? A: The available edition of 'Earth Democracy' is the First Edition.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'Earth Democracy'? A: 'Earth Democracy' is aimed at readers interested in environmental economics, social justice, and activism.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'Earth Democracy' as used by Vandana Shiva? A: The term 'Earth Democracy' signifies a philosophy advocating for the reclaiming of the commons and the equitable sharing of Earth's resources, promoting peace and sustainability.