I read this book about two years ago and saw other philosophies demonstrated
as well as ecofeminism. For example, Bioregionalism played a big role in how
the community lived within its bounds.
What I especially enjoyed is how all of the religions were able to get along.
After all, the supreme being is the supreme being no matter how s/he is
manifested. (I personally see my god(dess) in nature and in the earth itself
although I was raised Catholic). I mean, tolerance of other religions and
attempting to understand/get along could solve so many of the world's
problems.
Respectfully,
Mary Morris
"Marshfreak"
In a message dated 97-11-11 14:53:19 EST, you write:
<< have taught Starhawk's futuristic novel, "The Fifth Sacred Thing," in my
course on gender roles. The novel describes an ecofeminist society that
is eventually invaded by a fascistic group. An important element of the
book is its emphasis on multicultural perspectives as an integral part of
an ecofeminist village. Demonstrating that such perspectives cannot
"legitimately" exist in a society that operates under the dominator
paradigm (except as characteristics of the lowest castes), the novel also
makes the connection between militarism and eco-terrorism, and the refusal
to honor/respect earth's resources.
I would love to hear what others on this list thought of the book. --E.M.
>>
