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The Dragonfly Will Be the Messiah

By Masanobu Fukuoka
Penguin Classics
Series: Green Ideas
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The Dragonfly Will Be the Messiah by Masanobu Fukuoka delves into the intricate balance of nature, emphasizing sustainable living and environmental harmony. The book combines philosophy, science, and spiritual insights to explore humanity's interconnectedness with the environment. Through thought-provoking reflections, it provides a vision of ecological awareness and offers a pathway towards regenerative practices.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the relationship between humanity and nature as it offers fresh perspectives on natural farming and sustainable living. The author combines philosophy, ecology, and personal insights, providing thought-provoking content about living harmoniously with the Earth.

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The celebrated pioneer of the 'do-nothing' farming method reflects on global ecological trauma and argues that we must radically transform our understanding of both nature and ourselves in order to have any chance of healing.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780241514443

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 August 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 62g

Pages: 96

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About the Author

Masanobu Fukuoka (1913-2008) was a farmer and philosopher from Japan who inspired sustainable, organic practices with his approach to natural farming and the re-vegetation of desert land.

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