Reflections On The Fall Of Modern Civilisation

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Reflections On The Fall Of Modern Civilisation

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Author : Francis Vairley
language : en
Publisher: New Generation Publishing
Release Date : 2013-11

Reflections On The Fall Of Modern Civilisation written by Francis Vairley and has been published by New Generation Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11 with Philosophy categories.

Civilisations have come and gone over the past eight thousand years, some lasting longer, others more briefly. Modern Civilisation, launched through the European Enlightenment some three hundred years ago, has been driven increasingly by an obsession with Progress and Development. The harnessing of fossil hydrocarbons drove forward processes of industrialisation, urbanisation and latterly globalisation that are inherently unsustainable. Now that the easily accessible fossil energy resources are approaching a terminal decline, we find ourselves at a fatal juncture, poised to return to a simpler life of modest energy requirements, but threatened also by - possibly catastrophic - environmental damage resulting from modern development. Why do we find ourselves in such an untenable situation? Reflections on the Fall of Modern Civilization analyses why and how this condition came about and suggests how we can reinterpret at a basic level what human life is really all about. This discusses technical means and changes in attitudes and consciousness that might help the emerging generation to transition to a truly sustainable and a deeply satisfying life for all, transcending the problems and conflicts embedded in the very notion of Civilisation. About the Author Born during the Second World War and raised in England, Switzerland and Germany, Francis Vairley has spent much of his life travelling and working in all the world's continents. From the late 1970s, whilst teaching graduate students in urban, regional and environmental planning, he engaged with the Green Movement. Working with many actors from international agencies to local governments and people's organisations he helped to devise environmental and social management programmes and projects, latterly focusing on local economic development in informal economies in Asia and Latin America. Although retired as an academic, Francis continues his work with International Agencies and Transition Initiatives dividing his time with family, friends and communities between homes in Europe, Asia and North America.

Our Shadowed World

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Author : Dominic Kirkham
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2019-08-08

Our Shadowed World written by Dominic Kirkham and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-08 with Religion categories.

Civilization is often equated with the story of human advancement and progress. Yet it is also the story of human oppression, exploitation, war, and empire. In our own time, modern global civilization has brought us to the brink of planetary destruction. By offering an understanding of our past, this book aims to provide a stimulus to considering a different future. Our Shadowed World considers how we have been brought to this point. It describes how the fragmented and conflicted state of humanity has “progressed” from the earliest city-states to the devastation of world war and holocaust—how civilization has brought its own form of savagery. What beliefs have underlain and motivated human action? How have humans tried to understand their world? Driven by the relentless quest for power, by greed, and by extreme beliefs, the human enterprise today has placed the very idea of civilization under threat, the subject of radical questioning. Despite a new ecological awareness dedicated to saving the planet from civilization’s carelessness, and a preoccupation with the nature of apocalyptic thinking, a question mark looms over the very survival of humanity in its present state—a question mark that now overshadows the world.

Against Civilization

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Author : John Zerzan
language : en
Publisher: Feral House
Release Date : 2005

Against Civilization written by John Zerzan and has been published by Feral House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Political Science categories.

Provides a collection of tlhought-provoking essays that look into the dehumanizing core of modern civilization, and the ideas that have given rise to the anarcho-primitivist movement. This edition includes 18 additional essays and feral illustrations by R.L. Tubbesing. --From publisher description.

Thoughts And Reflections On Modern Society With An Introduction On The Gradual Social Evolution Of Primitive Man

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Author : A. Featherman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1894

Thoughts And Reflections On Modern Society With An Introduction On The Gradual Social Evolution Of Primitive Man written by A. Featherman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1894 with Social history categories.

Thoughts On Modern Civilisation

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Author : Jonathan Swift
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1905*

Thoughts On Modern Civilisation written by Jonathan Swift and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1905* with Civilization categories.

The Decline Of The West Volume 1 Form And Actuality

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Author : Oswald Spengler
language : en
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Release Date : 2024-04-23

The Decline Of The West Volume 1 Form And Actuality written by Oswald Spengler and has been published by Prabhat Prakashan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-23 with Social Science categories.

Explore the Profound Insights of Oswald Spengler's 'The Decline of the West: Volume 1, Form and Actuality' Embark on a journey of intellectual discovery and profound philosophical insight with Oswald Spengler's groundbreaking work, 'The Decline of the West: Volume 1, Form and Actuality.' Delve into the depths of Spengler's thought-provoking analysis as he explores the rise and fall of civilizations, the nature of cultural morphology, and the existential crises facing Western civilization. Uncover the Patterns of History In 'The Decline of the West,' Oswald Spengler offers readers a sweeping panorama of human history, spanning centuries and continents, to uncover the underlying patterns and rhythms that shape the destiny of civilizations. Drawing on insights from philosophy, art, science, and religion, Spengler presents a bold and ambitious theory of cultural morphology that seeks to illuminate the fundamental dynamics of human civilization. Through meticulous scholarship and keen observation, Spengler traces the rise and fall of civilizations across time and space, identifying recurring themes and motifs that transcend individual cultures and epochs. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia to the modern empires of Europe and America, Spengler's analysis offers a compelling framework for understanding the cyclical nature of history and the inexorable forces that drive the ebb and flow of human civilization. Contemplate the Fate of Western Civilization At the heart of 'The Decline of the West' lies Spengler's sobering examination of the fate of Western civilization in the modern age. With penetrating insight and prophetic vision, Spengler warns of the existential crises facing Western society, from the erosion of traditional values to the rise of mass culture and the specter of political and economic decline. As readers grapple with Spengler's provocative arguments and unsettling predictions, they are forced to confront uncomfortable truths about the nature of modernity and the fragility of Western civilization. Yet amid the gloom and pessimism, Spengler offers a glimmer of hope, urging readers to transcend the limitations of their historical moment and embrace the eternal truths that lie at the heart of human existence. Why 'The Decline of the West' Is a Timeless Masterpiece: Intellectual Provocation: Challenge your preconceptions and expand your horizons with Oswald Spengler's thought-provoking analysis of human civilization and the fate of the West. Philosophical Depth: Dive into the depths of Spengler's philosophical insights as he grapples with the fundamental questions of existence, meaning, and the human condition. Historical Perspective: Gain a broader understanding of human history and culture through Spengler's sweeping panorama of civilizations, spanning millennia and continents. Relevance Today: Despite being written nearly a century ago, 'The Decline of the West' remains as relevant and timely as ever, offering valuable insights into the challenges facing contemporary society and the enduring quest for meaning and purpose.Don't miss your chance to explore the profound insights and provocative ideas of Oswald Spengler's 'The Decline of the West: Volume 1, Form and Actuality.' Whether you're a scholar, a student of history, or simply a curious reader eager to engage with challenging ideas, this timeless masterpiece is sure to stimulate your mind and inspire deep reflection.

Islamic Culture In Crisis

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Author : Hichem Djait
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2017-09-08

Islamic Culture In Crisis written by Hichem Djait and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-08 with Religion categories.

Islamic Culture in Crisis examines efforts by intellectuals and leaders in the Islamic world to adapt to what Hichem Djait calls the "incredible novelty of modernity" that has come to Europe during the past 150 years. The chapters in the work are grouped into three sections, and were written by the author over a twenty-year period. Djait describes the different meanings of modernity, the crisis of Islamic culture in its encounter with modernity, similarities and differences between Arabs and Muslims and other cultures, the politics of the Arabs, and the force of democracy in the Islamic world. In the sphere of politics, the Arabs have been excluded from history for a very long time. Instead, Turks, Mongols, Berbers, Persians, and Caucasians have led the destinies of the Islamic world, a domain that had become politically fragmented. But history has overlooked the concrete developments of that time, although they were full of consequences for the lives of the people. Paradoxically, what remains are the spiritual, trans-historic elements: religion, culture, and science. Contrasting the achievements of other civilizations, both past and present, Djait demonstrates eloquently that Arabs and Muslims will not be able to connect with the modern world unless they are able to be inspired by a supreme ambition to further the causes of high culture-in knowledge, science, art, literature, and other spheres.

Learning To Die In The Anthropocene

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Author : Roy Scranton
language : en
Publisher: City Lights Publishers
Release Date : 2015-09-07

Learning To Die In The Anthropocene written by Roy Scranton and has been published by City Lights Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-09-07 with Science categories.

"In Learning to Die in the Anthropocene, Roy Scranton draws on his experiences in Iraq to confront the grim realities of climate change. The result is a fierce and provocative book."--Elizabeth Kolbert, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History "Roy Scranton's Learning to Die in the Anthropocene presents, without extraneous bullshit, what we must do to survive on Earth. It's a powerful, useful, and ultimately hopeful book that more than any other I've read has the ability to change people's minds and create change. For me, it crystallizes and expresses what I've been thinking about and trying to get a grasp on. The economical way it does so, with such clarity, sets the book apart from most others on the subject."--Jeff VanderMeer, author of the Southern Reach trilogy "Roy Scranton lucidly articulates the depth of the climate crisis with an honesty that is all too rare, then calls for a reimagined humanism that will help us meet our stormy future with as much decency as we can muster. While I don't share his conclusions about the potential for social movements to drive ambitious mitigation, this is a wise and important challenge from an elegant writer and original thinker. A critical intervention."--Naomi Klein, author of This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate "Concise, elegant, erudite, heartfelt & wise."--Amitav Ghosh, author of Flood of Fire "War veteran and journalist Roy Scranton combines memoir, philosophy, and science writing to craft one of the definitive documents of the modern era."--The Believer Best Books of 2015 Coming home from the war in Iraq, US Army private Roy Scranton thought he'd left the world of strife behind. Then he watched as new calamities struck America, heralding a threat far more dangerous than ISIS or Al Qaeda: Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy, megadrought--the shock and awe of global warming. Our world is changing. Rising seas, spiking temperatures, and extreme weather imperil global infrastructure, crops, and water supplies. Conflict, famine, plagues, and riots menace from every quarter. From war-stricken Baghdad to the melting Arctic, human-caused climate change poses a danger not only to political and economic stability, but to civilization itself . . . and to what it means to be human. Our greatest enemy, it turns out, is ourselves. The warmer, wetter, more chaotic world we now live in--the Anthropocene--demands a radical new vision of human life. In this bracing response to climate change, Roy Scranton combines memoir, reportage, philosophy, and Zen wisdom to explore what it means to be human in a rapidly evolving world, taking readers on a journey through street protests, the latest findings of earth scientists, a historic UN summit, millennia of geological history, and the persistent vitality of ancient literature. Expanding on his influential New York Times essay (the #1 most-emailed article the day it appeared, and selected for Best American Science and Nature Writing 2014), Scranton responds to the existential problem of global warming by arguing that in order to survive, we must come to terms with our mortality. Plato argued that to philosophize is to learn to die. If that’s true, says Scranton, then we have entered humanity’s most philosophical age--for this is precisely the problem of the Anthropocene. The trouble now is that we must learn to die not as individuals, but as a civilization. Roy Scranton has published in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, Boston Review, and Theory and Event, and has been interviewed on NPR's Fresh Air, among other media.

The Crisis Of Our Time

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Author : David B. King
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1988

The Crisis Of Our Time written by David B. King and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with History categories.

Living With Civilisations Reflections On Southeast Asia S Local And National Cultures

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Author : Gungwu Wang
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2023-12-04

Living With Civilisations Reflections On Southeast Asia S Local And National Cultures written by Gungwu Wang and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-12-04 with History categories.

Professor Wang Gungwu is the Institute of Policy Studies' 12th S R Nathan Fellow for the Study of Singapore. This book is an edited collection of his four IPS-Nathan Lectures, delivered from November 2022 to March 2023, and includes highlights of his question-and-answer segments with our audience.The Southeast Asian region is home to a set of diverse local cultures and distinct local identities. In this lecture series, Professor Wang looks at how great civilisations came into contact with our region and shaped its local identities and cultures. Being at the centre of Southeast Asia, Singapore's national identity and development have also been moulded by great ancient civilisations, namely the Indic, Sinic and Islamic. Later on, the idea of modernity brought about by Christian European civilisation greatly impacted our region. Understanding the history of Singapore from this perspective will give us insight to how the country's modern identity is being shaped and enable us to better understand our region's place in the modern world order.The IPS-Nathan Lecture series was launched in 2014 as part of the S R Nathan Fellowship for the Study of Singapore, named after Singapore's sixth and longest-serving president. It seeks to advance public understanding and discussion of issues of critical national interest for Singapore.