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Peter Russell

    May 7, 1946

    Peter Russell is a British author and filmmaker whose work explores consciousness, spiritual awakening, and their role in the future development of humanity. His writings delve into profound questions of existence and the potential for human growth. Through his books and films, Russell offers readers and viewers insights into the transformation of awareness, providing pathways toward personal and collective enlightenment. His approach uniquely blends intellectual rigor with spiritual wisdom, establishing him as a significant voice in the field of personal transformation.

    Peter Russell
    Letting Go of Nothing
    Sovereignty
    The Brain Book
    The Global Brain
    Game changers : the evolution of advertising
    Johannes Brahms and Klaus Groth
    • 2024

      This book sheds light on minority government in Canada through a timely exploration of the country’s history and its current political landscape.

      Two Cheers for Minority Government
    • 2023

      Why has the most innovative of species become so dangerous? The answer, suggests Peter Russell, lies in humanity's accelerating pace of development. He shows how innovation breeds further innovation-a positive feedback loop that leads to exponentially increasing rates of change. But our minds cannot grasp the full implications of exponential growth. This creates a blind spot on the future. We think more in terms of linear change rather than exponential change. However fast the pace of change may be today, it will be much faster in the years to come, bringing ever more rapid scientific and technological advances. But ever-accelerating change also creates stress on the systems involved-personal, social, and planetary. The greater the pace of change, the greater the stress and the more likely systemic breakdown. We are heading into a future with technology beyond our dreams, but in a world that is breaking at the seams. Russell proposes there is no blame for this. Spiraling rates of development, with all their consequences, positive and negative, are the inevitable fate of any intelligent, technologically-empowered species. How do we live with exponential change? How can we prepare for a world that is becoming increasingly unpredictable? What does it mean for the future of humanity?

      Forgiving Humanity: How the Most Innovative Species Became the Most Dangerous
    • 2022

      In this special edition of his award-winning bestseller, visionary scientist Peter Russell updates his classic manifesto for awakening to the mounting planetary crisis while deepening the connection to inner tranquility. Amid fears of ecological catastrophe and political chaos, this book stands out for its message of sanity and hope.

      Waking Up in Time: Finding Inner peace in Times of Accelerating Change
    • 2022

      The Upanishads

      • 206 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The Upanishads present essential teachings of the Perennial Philosophy, exploring profound spiritual concepts and insights that transcend time and culture. These ancient texts delve into the nature of reality, the self, and the ultimate purpose of life, offering a rich philosophical framework that encourages deep contemplation and understanding. Through their exploration of metaphysics and ethics, the Upanishads invite readers to reflect on the interconnectedness of all existence and the quest for enlightenment.

      The Upanishads
    • 2021

      Peter H. Russell presents an accessible, historically-informed biography of the sovereignty claim, explores its limitations as well as ways of transcending them through the division of powers found within federal states.

      Sovereignty
    • 2021

      Letting Go of Nothing

      • 152 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
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      A practical and empowering approach to the age-old quest to let go of the thoughts and feelings that block happiness, impede change, and hinder self-acceptance Anyone who has dipped a toe into any of the world's spiritual traditions knows that letting go and letting be are key. But how? In this fresh, frank, and powerful guide, Peter Russell allows readers to see that the things we get hung up on are generally not tangible problems in the present, but are instead thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs, or expectations we have about them. These are not actual things; they exist only in our minds. And we can strip these "no-things" of their power and let them go by making a simple change of mind. Russell boils this letting go down to remarkably easy methods of accepting, acknowledging, recognizing, and even befriending what we tend to run from. This paradoxical practice generates peace of mind, fresh perspectives, and wisdom in action. In turbulent times like ours, this is a true power, one available to us all.

      Letting Go of Nothing
    • 2020
    • 2016

      Johannes Brahms and Klaus Groth

      The Biography of a Friendship

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The correspondence between composer Johannes Brahms and poet Klaus Groth reveals a unique and significant relationship. Peter Russell curates 89 letters that shed light on their personalities and artistic endeavors. Accompanying these letters, Russell offers insightful commentary that analyzes Brahms's compositions and critically evaluates Groth's poetry, enhancing the reader's understanding of both figures and their contributions to music and literature.

      Johannes Brahms and Klaus Groth
    • 2013

      The Seventh Round

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The unexpected romance between Alex and an enslaved rebel ignites a perilous quest for freedom against the oppressive Slave Authority. As their bond deepens, Alex is driven by love and determination to confront the harsh realities of their world, challenging the status quo in a desperate attempt to rescue the woman who has captured his heart. This gripping tale explores themes of love, rebellion, and the fight for justice in the face of overwhelming odds.

      The Seventh Round