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The Modern Utopian: Alternative Communities Of The '60S And '70S
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Back To The Land. Urban Communes. Sustainable Cooperatives. Thirty Years Ago, Alternative Communities Swept The Nation. Today, With Sustainability, Peak Oil And Retirement Concerns, People Of All Ages Are Reviving And Expanding Notions Of Cooperative Living As New Communities Form And Thrive.The Modern Utopian Is The Definitive Exploration Of The Alternative Communities That Fascinated A Nation And Redefined Progressive Culture In The 60S And 70S, Documented By Those Who Knew It And Lived It. This Photoillustrated Compilation Of Articles Visits The Fabled Drop City, Morningstar Ranch, Timothy Leary At Millbrook, Detroits Translove Energies, The Stillthriving Twin Oaks And Stephen Gaskins Farm, And Dozens Of Other Across The Nation.An Afterword By Author Timothy Miller (Religious Movements In The United States) Reveals How Several Hundred Intentional Communities Now Span The Usa And More Form Every Year.Global Warming . . . Recession . . . Peak Oil . . . Data Smog . . . By Necessity And By Choice, Thousands Of People Are Once Again Being Drawn Toward Collective Living, This Time Empowered By The Successes And Failures Of The Past.Contributions Include Writings By Alan Watts, Nick Tosches, And The Underground Press Syndicate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Modern Utopian'? A: 'The Modern Utopian' explores the alternative communities of the 1960s and 1970s, focusing on their impact on sustainable living and cooperative culture in the United States.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Modern Utopian'? A: The book is authored by Richard Fairfield, who provides insights into the history and evolution of alternative communities.
- Q: What type of content is included in the book? A: The book contains a photo-illustrated compilation of articles, writings from notable figures like Alan Watts and Nick Tosches, and documentation of various intentional communities.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Modern Utopian' have? A: 'The Modern Utopian' has a total of 300 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Modern Utopian' published? A: 'The Modern Utopian' was published on November 16, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'The Modern Utopian' is categorized under Historical Study & Educational Resources, making it suitable for educational use.
- Q: Are there any notable communities featured in the book? A: Yes, the book features communities like Drop City, Morningstar Ranch, and Twin Oaks, highlighting their unique contributions to alternative living.
- Q: Does the book include any afterword or additional commentary? A: Yes, there is an afterword by Timothy Miller, which discusses the current landscape of intentional communities across the USA.
- Q: What makes 'The Modern Utopian' relevant today? A: The book is relevant today as it addresses contemporary issues such as sustainability, peak oil, and collective living, echoing current societal trends.