| Cultivating an Ecological Conscience: Essays from a Farmer Philosopher Contributor(s): Kirschenmann, Frederick L. (Author), Falk, Constance L. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0813125782 ISBN-13: 9780813125787 Publisher: University Press of Kentucky OUR PRICE: $69.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Agriculture & Food - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - Sustainable Agriculture - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - Organic |
| Dewey: 630 |
| LCCN: 2009052092 |
| Series: Culture of the Land: A Series in the New Agrarianism (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 1.31" H x 6.3" W x 9.3" (1.56 lbs) 420 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Theologian, academic, and certified Biodynamic farmer Frederick L. Kirschenmann is a celebrated agricultural thinker. In the last thirty years he has tirelessly promoted the principles of sustainability and has become a legend in his own right. Kirschenmann was a keynote speaker at the 2010 Biodynamic National Conference. Cultivating an Ecological Conscience: Essays from a Farmer Philosopher documents Kirschenmann's evolution and his lifelong contributions to the new agrarianism in a collection of his greatest writings on farming, philosophy, and sustainability. Working closely with agricultural economist and editor Constance L. Falk, Kirschenmann recounts his intellectual and spiritual journey. In a unique blend of personal history, philosophical discourse, spiritual ruminations, and practical advice, Kirschenmann interweaves his insights with discussion of contemporary agrarian topics. This collection serves as an invaluable resource to agrarian scholars and introduces readers to an agricultural pioneer whose work has profoundly influenced modern thinking about food. |
Contributor Bio(s): Kirschenmann, Frederick L.: - Kirschenmann farms on a 3,500-acre certified Biodynamic farm in North Dakota and is a longtime national and international leader in sustainable agriculture. Kirschenmann is also President of the Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture at Iowa State University, and a professor in the ISU Department of Religion and Philosophy. |