Permaculture design has been the bedrock of the growth of the worldwide network of Ecovillages since the mid 1990s. A well-developed set of educational programmes has evolved too, including the Permaculture design foundation course. This invaluable source book brings together everything students on such courses need to know about ecovillage design. Starting with a historical survey of the tradition of intentional community, the book also covers topics ranging from the size of community, gardening and farming, building and technology, to economics, and tools for helping communities to grow and develop. Additionally, the book features a number of richly-observed Ecovillage case-studies with photographs, alongside lots of tips for facilitators and self-study groups. This comprehensive book will also be of interest to those wishing to contribute to the founding and building of Ecovillage communities for a sustainable future.
Permaculture design as divine creative activity. Permaculture looks for the patterns embedded in our natural world as inspirations for designing solutions to the many challenges we are presented with today. It is a philosophical, spiritual and practical approach to the use of the land, integrating microclimate, functional plants, animals, soils, water management and human needs into intricately connected, highly productive systems. In essence, permaculture uses observation as basis for creating sustainable and effective human settlements. The authors discuss the components Earthshare, Fairshare and Peoplecare, with a specific emphasis on the spiritual aspects of the design process. Topics range from soil and plants, energy sources and house design to alternative economics, group process, governance, and spiritual nurturing and enquiry. Examples of existing permaculture structures from around the world, most notably from the Findhorn Community Eco-Village, bring the concepts to life. First-hand accounts of how people got started on their permaculture project lend a personal touch. The first book to look at the spiritual aspects as well as the practical implementation of permaculture design.
From its beginnings as a dream experienced by Karl Knig, through the difficult first years, when it was hardly accepted by other co-workers, today the Bible Evening has spread throughout the world. It has become a defining feature of Camphill. If a community is a living organism, one that shares certain characteristics with plants, animals and human beings, then it must contain some "hidden seed" that is its soul, its spiritual entity, its identity. Within the Camphill communities the Bible Evening is this unifying force. But the Bible Evening has reached far beyond the Camphill communities themselves. It is somewhere that participants can learn deeper listening to others. It has become a place where we can celebrate ongoing community building. Camphill has a place to play in the modern world, and the Bible Evening has a place to play within Camphill. Comments about "The Hidden Seed": This is a very interesting work. What a lovely 'spiritual glue'. Maria Mountain, editor of Camphill Correspondence. I was thrilled to see that at last somebody had catered for the young co-workers. Melville Segal, author and publisher. Your book needs to be made available to all co-workers in Camphill so as to strengthen the understanding for this special form of "schooling the heart." Julian Sleigh, Camphill South Africa and author. I am sure many people will be interested in reading this. What an adventure! Julia Wolfson, "Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Each Other," seminar leader.
Permaculture design has been the bedrock of the growth of the worldwide network of Ecovillages since the mid 1990s. A well-developed set of educational programmes has evolved too, including the Permaculture design foundation course. This invaluable source book brings together everything students on such courses need to know about ecovillage design. Starting with a historical survey of the tradition of intentional community, the book also covers topics ranging from the size of community, gardening and farming, building and technology, to economics, and tools for helping communities to grow and develop. Additionally, the book features a number of richly-observed Ecovillage case-studies with photographs, alongside lots of tips for facilitators and self-study groups. This comprehensive book will also be of interest to those wishing to contribute to the founding and building of Ecovillage communities for a sustainable future.
Permaculture design as divine creative activity. Permaculture looks for the patterns embedded in our natural world as inspirations for designing solutions to the many challenges we are presented with today. It is a philosophical, spiritual and practical approach to the use of the land, integrating microclimate, functional plants, animals, soils, water management and human needs into intricately connected, highly productive systems. In essence, permaculture uses observation as basis for creating sustainable and effective human settlements. The authors discuss the components Earthshare, Fairshare and Peoplecare, with a specific emphasis on the spiritual aspects of the design process. Topics range from soil and plants, energy sources and house design to alternative economics, group process, governance, and spiritual nurturing and enquiry. Examples of existing permaculture structures from around the world, most notably from the Findhorn Community Eco-Village, bring the concepts to life. First-hand accounts of how people got started on their permaculture project lend a personal touch. The first book to look at the spiritual aspects as well as the practical implementation of permaculture design.
The Great Book of Movie Villains exposes the evil exploits and unfortunate results of more than 250 of cinema's most dastardly villains. You'll discover their motives, tactics, powers, enemies and allies, personal idiosyncrasies and weaknesses and what to do should you meet one of these bad guys in person. The authors discuss the villains' films and their stars, as well as fascinating trivia surrounding the performances that resulted in the evil characters that you love to hate.
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