Thinking Like a Mountain: Towards a Council of All Beings

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Echoes of the Ancient Wisdom of the Earth.......2004-08-03

"Thinking Like a Mountain" is an elegant tapestry of writings, poems, and observations which plumb the depths of Ecological Philosophy. This little book is a labor of love,crafted skillfully, with fascinating illustrations that convey the harmony, complexity, and uniqueness of the Natural World.

the Reoccurring Theme which is centeral to this book is that in order for Humans to be Balanced and Functional, it is necessary that they open themselves and learn to develop an increased sensitivity to the incredible diversity and richness of Nature. Within this context the Human Self, over time, becomes gradually transformed into the "Ecological Self" in an intricately and infinitely bonded universe within which the boundaries between Humans and their Ecological Selves become merged and indistinguishable from each other.

From the different, yet complementary perspectives of the three authors, the reader will come to realize that "whatever befalls the Earth befalls the sons of Earth," and that Man himself does not "weave the Web of Life" but instead exists as a mere "strand" within this interactively intricate web.

This is a simplistic, yet profound, book of "Discovery," where we learn that Gaia is becoming increasingly aware of Herself, and the intricate cycles and interactions of her countless Life-Forms within the Global Biosphere. For anyone who loves Nature, and wishes to better comprehend the philosophical interactions between Humans and Natural World, this book will prove to be a rich resource for both Mind and Spirit. Elliott Maynard, Arcos Cielos Research Center.

There I was, sitting in a canyon, thinking like a mountain........2001-01-06

I read this book while sitting under a cottonwood tree at the bottom of the Grand Canyon (a "mountain lying down"). This collection of deep-ecology essays, teachings, meditations, and poems allowed me to experience my surroundings in a new way: "Every atom in this body existed before organic life emerged 4000 million years ago. Remember our childhood as minerals, as lava, as rocks? Rocks have the potentiality to weave themselves into such stuff as this. We are the rocks dancing" (p. 36).

This book's title is taken from the 1949 SAND COUNTY ALMANAC, in which Aldo Leopold warned us that unless we attempt to connect with our ecosystem by thinking like a mountain, disaster is inevitable. Stated differently by Thich Nhat Hanh, we must listen within ourselves to "the sounds of the earth crying" (p. 7). Contributors to this 122-page book include, among others, John Seed, Joanna Macy, Pat Fleming, Arne Naess, Gary Snyder, and Chief Seattle. John Seed recognizes that "nothing short of a total revolution in consciousness will be of lasting use in preserving the life-support systems of our planet" (p. 9). He reminds us that we are "part of the rainforest recently emerged into thinking" (p. 36). Joanna Macy observes that we touch the Earth by touching our face, by touching our brothers and sisters (pp. 60-61).

This thin book contains a mountain of deep thinking, including exercises designed to "help make us more conscious of our embeddedness in the web of life" (p. 80), and meditations to protect the Earth "from the blades of men unhinged by greed, prestige and authority" (p. 91): "Relax and breathe in, breathe in Mountain, I feel my rock-roots go deep deep down to where the Earth herself is very hot" (p. 80). Reading this book could change the way you think about your life. "When you think like a mountain, one also thinks like the black bear, so that honey dribbles down your fur as you catch the bus to work" (p. 39).

G. Merritt

Amazing book on the sacredness of all beings.......2000-06-25

Deep and thought provoking is how I found this book. Quotes and theories and musings upon how we are all connected and the impacts we have on one another on this green earth. Something in this book warmed my heart. Knowing there are others out there with incredible respect for even the most tiniest and seemingly insignificant creatures was very heartening. Other books that may compare are Machelle Wrights "Behaving as if the God in all life mattered" and any book concerning the spiritual community of Findhorn. I highly recommend this book to those of you who like a thoughtful read on Nature and spirit. Thanks Brenda Tataryn.

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Thinking Like a Mountain
Robert Bateman
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A passionate environmentalist who has devoted his life to documenting the awesome power of nature, Robert Bateman is deeply worried about the state of our planet and the fate of our natural heritage. Thinking Like a Mountain is the result of many years of thinking, talking, and writing about the world's growing environmental crisis. Beautifully designed and illustrated with original drawings, it is a gathering of questions, observations and ideas Bateman has drawn from his own life experiences, and gleaned from the writings of some of the visionaries who have influenced him.

Thinking Like a Mountain: Aldo Leopold and the Evolution of an Ecological Attitude Toward Deer, Wolves, and Forests

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Susan L. Flader
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Thinking like a mountain: Towards a council of all beings

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THINKING LIKE A MOUNTAIN: ALDO LEOPOLD AND THE EVOLUTION OF AN ECOLOGICAL ATTITUDE TOWARD DEER, WOLVES, AND FORESTS.
Susan L. Flader
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Thinking like a mountain: A biographical study of Aldo Leopold (Report - University of Wisconsin--Madison, Institute for Environmental Studies)

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170 biting, original drawings (8 in full color) from rare French magazine, whose art staff possessed a rich style unsurpassed by any journal of its kind. Works by Steinlen, Cappiello, Caran d’Ache, Willette, Poulbot, Forain, Vallotton and Robida—as well as Juan Gris, Jacques Villon, Kees van Dongen and Frantisek Kupka.

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The ultimate visual companion and keepsake to the making of the stunning fantasy film The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe based on the beloved children's classic by C.S. Lewis.

C.S. Lewis wrote the classic children's series over 50 years ago, and the amazing land of Narnia is finally coming to the big screen. This beautiful book captures the creative energy behind this film and offers the official inside story on how the magic was made.

Includes selections from the script, still shots from the film, photos of the production, an introduction and stories throughout from the producer, Perry Moore, reflections and anecdotes from cast and crew, and much more.

By going beyond the usual soundbites which make up traditional 'Making Of' books, this insider's account allows for the real personality of the project and its people to shine through its pages.

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Amazing.......2006-12-21

This book had many behind the scenes pictures and stories. I really liked Anna Popplewell's (Plays Susan Pevensie) " A NArnia Journal" it is like her diary that she kept during production. this book had a lot of "spolier pictures" kinda. it had costume sketches of edmund, lucy, peter, susan, and the white witch. also a foreword by Andrew Adamson, director. also it had a creature outlook that was cool. i would recommend this book to any fan of Narnia!!

Can't wait to read this!.......2006-10-30

Wow! I knew Perry years ago -- from summer camp. I had no idea that he was the executive producer for this movie. I am not at all surprised with his success, though. He is a wonderful person.

I have just read excerpts from this book, and cannot wait until my copy arrives so that I can read the whole thing!

Narnia.......2006-10-10

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a really good book . What I liked the most is it made you want to read more and more.IT grabs you so don't what to stop . IT start's out with 4 kids moving from london and they meet an old Professor (who they stay with when London is getting bombed). a little later Lucy gose in a Wardrobe that is a land called Narnia and that where the adventure.Begin's.

The best Narnia movie behind-the-scenes book out there!.......2006-03-27

I have almost every Narnia book that's available, and this is by far the best one for information and interviews about the Disney block-buster movie The Chronicles of Narnia:The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe. This is definetly worth the money!

Another diappointment.......2006-02-20

Just as in the behind the scenes Narnia book, I expected that this book would contain the story with illustrations from the movie suitable for reading to my grandchildren. Instead, it seemed to be promotional material for the movie.

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