Wangari Maathai was a Kenyan environmental and political activist whose work illuminated the intricate connections between ecological health, democracy, and peace. Through her persistent advocacy, she championed the empowerment of women and communities by focusing on environmental conservation and sustainable development. Maathai's vision called for individuals to actively care for their surroundings, inspiring a global movement towards planetary responsibility and stewardship.
The recipient of the 2004 Nobel Peace Prize describes her life as a feminist, political activist, and environmentalist in Kenya, detailing her determination to receive an education despite the odds, her confrontations with the brutal Moi government, the 1977 establishment of the Green Belt Movement, her role in the transformation of Kenya's government, and her hope for the future. Reprint. 40,000 first printing.
The troubles of Africa today are severe and wide-ranging. Yet, too often, they are portrayed by the media in extreme terms connoting poverty, dependence, and desperation. Here Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and founder of the Green Belt Movement, offers a refreshingly unique perspective on these challenges, even as she calls for a moral revolution among Africans themselves. Illuminating the complex and dynamic nature of the continent, Maathai offers "hardheaded hope" and "realistic options" for change and improvement. She deftly describes what Africans can and need to do for themselves, stressing all the while responsibility and accountability. Impassioned and empathetic, "The Challenge for Africa" is a book of immense importance.
Spiritual Values for Healing Ourselves and the World
The book presents a passionate plea for healing both the Earth and humanity by drawing on the principles found in various spiritual traditions. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of our well-being and the health of the planet, advocating for a transformative approach to address environmental and personal wounds. Written by a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, it inspires readers to embrace a holistic perspective that fosters unity and compassion in the face of global challenges.
From the Congo Basin to the traditions of the Kikuyu people, these lucid, incisive writings explore the sacred power of trees, and why humans lay waste to the forests that keep us alive