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Spiritual Values for Earth Community

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This book, based on a talk the author gave at the Inter-Religious Consultation on Climate Change being held in parallel with the UN Climate Change conference in Kyoto, addresses the need of Western Society to re-address the excessive materialism present in today's world. Although a Christian book, other religious traditions are explored for their input towards providing a way of alternative living. After the introduction there is a good analysis of the problems western society is suffering including consumerism, globalisation and violence. The bulk of the book covers the necessary spiritual values required for justice and sustainability, with Scripture references and case studies. The last section includes study material based on difference parts of the book. The author, having worked for the World Council of Churches makes good use of international examples as well as feminist theology and post-modern analysis. I would recommend the book for people interested in any sort of social justice activism, or to give to someone who cannot see the relevance of Christianity in relation to activism in today's society.