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In this broad ranging study the three themes of ecology, economics and ethics are closely interrelated. It is a 'three books in one' volume written in a very accessible style. As such it serves as an invaluable foundation and guide for all those who seek to develop an alternative vision and a way of living. The book is based on extensive multi-disciplinary research, scientific reports, journal articles, documentaries, case studies, and first-hand accounts by many peoples. Present-day ecological decline and disintegration is the inevitable result of global capitalism with its free market ideology, unlimited growth and accumulation of wealth by the few at the expense of the many. At each point De Graaff challenges neoliberal capitalist ideology, which functions as a secular religion, hence the title, The Gods In Whom They Trusted. Throughout he presents workable and practical alternatives. The on-going violation of nature's and society's thresholds has resulted in the degradation of land, water, air, oceans, and has created untold human suffering, social injustice, corruption, violence, inequality, dispossession, enslavement, and millions of climate, food, water, and war refugees. In view of this existential global crisis De Graaff presents a radical alternative way of relating to nature, of ecologically sustainable economic practices, and ethical guidelines or touchstones that are built into the very fabric of life that can lead to healing and the flourishing of our communities.

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