Voices of the Earth: An Anthology of Ideas and ArgumentsA unique collection of readings conveying the enormous range of discussions and debates which, over the centuries, have questioned our place within and treatment of the natural world. The extracts chosen cover both Western and non-Western traditions of thought, and represent a diverse range of sources, including writers, theologians, scientists, poets and philosophers, from the early Hindu scriptures to Sartre. The extracts have been chosen for their accessibility for the modern reader, and the volume includes a comprehensive introduction outlining the issues involved, and commentaries which put the individual texts in context. The extracts in this book raise fundamental questions about our relationship with the world we live in, and will inform current concerns about the environmental crises we are facing. Fascinating reading, and an indispensable source of reference. |
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... Lord God formed man , breathed into his nostrils the breath of life , and made of man a living person . God had planted a garden of delight , in which he now placed the man he had formed . Here , at the bidding of the Lord God , the ...
... Lord God formed man , breathed into his nostrils the breath of life , and made of man a living person . God had planted a garden of delight , in which he now placed the man he had formed . Here , at the bidding of the Lord God , the ...
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... Lord , our Master , how the majesty of thy name fills all the earth ! Psalm 8 Give praise to the Lord in heaven ; praise him all that dwells on high . Praise him , all you angels of his , praise him , all his armies . Praise him , sun ...
... Lord , our Master , how the majesty of thy name fills all the earth ! Psalm 8 Give praise to the Lord in heaven ; praise him all that dwells on high . Praise him , all you angels of his , praise him , all his armies . Praise him , sun ...
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... Lord , Thine be the praise , the glory , the honour , And all blessing . To Thee alone , Most High , are they due , And no man is worthy To speak Thy Name . Praise to Thee , my Lord , for all Thy creatures , Above all Brother Sun Who ...
... Lord , Thine be the praise , the glory , the honour , And all blessing . To Thee alone , Most High , are they due , And no man is worthy To speak Thy Name . Praise to Thee , my Lord , for all Thy creatures , Above all Brother Sun Who ...
Contents
NonEuropean Traditions | 17 |
The Classical World | 28 |
The JudaeoChristian | 43 |
Copyright | |
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