{"product_id":"elegant-simplicity-9780865719101","title":"Elegant Simplicity","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA profound and accessible guide to an ecological civilization of peace, material sufficiency, and spiritual abundance for all. David Korten, international-bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eWhen Corporations Rule the World \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsumerism drives the pursuit of happiness in much of the world, yet as wealth grows unhappiness abounds, compounded by the grave problems of climate change, pollution, and ecological degradation. We've now reached both an environmental and spiritual dead-end that leaves us crying out for alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eElegant Simplicity \u003c\/em\u003eprovides a coherent philosophy of life that weaves together simplicity of material life, thought, and spirit. In it, Satish Kumar, environmental thought leader and former monk, distills five decades of reflection and wisdom into a guide for everyone, covering:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ecological and spiritual principles of living simply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShedding both stuff and psychological baggage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening your mind and heart to the deep value of relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbedding simplicity in all aspects of life including education and work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerging science and spirituality for a coherent worldview.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eElegant Simplicity \u003c\/em\u003eis a life guide for everyone wanting off the relentless treadmill of competition and consumption and seeking a life that prioritizes the ecological integrity of the Earth, social equity, and personal tranquility and happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSatish Kumar embodies the elegance of simplicity . . . follow his path to make your life simple, elegant, and inspiring. Deepak Chopra, New York Timesbestselling author\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this moving and eloquent book, Satish Kumar takes us through his own journey to a simpler, happier life with a low ecological footprint. David Suzuki, award-winning geneticist, author, broadcaster, and environmental activist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSILVER  2019 Foreword INDIES: Body, Mind, Spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBRONZE (Tie)  2020 Living Now Awards: Enlightenment \/ Spirituality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGratitude and Thanks\u003cbr\u003eForeword by Fritjof Capra\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface: Let's Be Simple \u003cbr\u003e1. My Story: Beginnings \u003cbr\u003e2. Simplicity of Walking \u003cbr\u003e3. Life Is a Pilgrimage \u003cbr\u003e4. Elegant Simplicity \u003cbr\u003e5. A Society of Artists \u003cbr\u003e6. Yoga of Action \u003cbr\u003e7. Learning and Living \u003cbr\u003e8. Right Relationships: We Are All Related \u003cbr\u003e9. Love Unlimited \u003cbr\u003e10. Power of Forgiveness \u003cbr\u003e11. Dance of Opposites \u003cbr\u003e12. Deep Seeing \u003cbr\u003e13. Union of Science and Spirituality \u003cbr\u003e14. Soil, Soul, and Society \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author \u003cbr\u003eA Note About the Publisher \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Society Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866115748183,"sku":"9780865719101","price":14.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780865719101.jpg?v=1722277114","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/elegant-simplicity-9780865719101","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}