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OverviewA Powerful and Poetic Call to Ecofeminism & Environmental Activism ""In this book Jean Bolen expresses the essence of our deep connection to and inseparability from trees."" -Alice Walker Winner 2020 Indie Book Award for Nature/Environment #1 New Release in Forestry, Forests & Rainforests This masterful work by internationally known author and speaker Jean Shinoda Bolen provides an insightful look into the fusion of ecological issues and global gender politics. Of trees and women.This book on the importance of trees grew out of Bolen's experience mourning the loss of a Monterey pine that was cut down in her neighborhood. That, combined with her practice of walking among tall trees, led to her deep connection with trees and an understanding of their many complexities. From their anatomy and physiology, to trees as archetypal and sacred symbols, Bolen expertly explores the dynamics of ecological activism spiritual activism and sacred feminism. And, she invites us to join the movement to save trees. Stories of those making a difference.While there is still much work to be done to address environmental problems, there are many stories of individuals and organizations rising up to make a change and help save our planet. The words and stories that Bolen weaves throughout this book are both inspirational and down-to-earth, calling us to realize what is happening to not only our trees, but our people. By writing about both the work of organizations like Greenpeace and the UN Commission on the Status of Women, Bolen highlights her passions and shares her unique vision for the world. In Like a Tree learn more about: The dynamic nature of treesfrom their anatomy to their role as an archetypal symbol Pressing social issues such as deforestation, global warming, and overpopulation What it means to be a ""tree person"" If you enjoyed books likeThe Hidden Life of Trees,Wise Trees,Around the World in 80 Trees, orBraiding Sweetgrass, then you'll loveLike a Tree: How Trees, Women, and Tree People Can Save the Planet. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jean Shinoda Bolen , Terry Tempest WilliamsPublisher: Mango Media Imprint: Mango Media ISBN: 9781642504064ISBN 10: 1642504068 Pages: 264 Publication Date: 16 March 2021 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Standing Like a Tree 2. Giving Like a Tree 3. Surviving Like a Tree 4. Sacred Like a Tree 5. Symbolic Like a Tree 6. Soulful Like a Tree 7. Wise Like a Tree: Tree People Discussion/Reflection Questions Resources IndexReviewsAuthor InformationJean Shinoda Bolen, M. D., is a psychiatrist, Jungian analyst, Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, former professor of psychiatry, and an internationally known author and speaker. She is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a recipient of the Institute for Health and Healing's Pioneers in Art, Science, and the Soul of Healing Award. The Association for the Study of Women and Mythology presented her the Demeter Award for her lifetime achievement in women's spirituality. Dr. Bolen has authored over ten books with over a hundred foreign editions. Her book The Millionth Circle inspired The Millionth Circle Initiative (www.millonthcircle.org) and led to her involvement at the UN. She currently maintains a private practice in Mill Valley, California. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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