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Discover the profound connection between humanity and aquatic spirituality with our brand-new release, Water Beings (ISBN: 9781789146882). This compelling book delves into the rich tapestry of water worship throughout human history and explores our often fractured relationship with water ecosystems. Through vivid illustrations and eloquent narratives, the book captures the essence of serpentine aquatic deities—rainbow-colored serpents, colossal dragons, and guardian spirits—highlighting their significance as bringers of life and custodians of our world's water sources. As we face escalating environmental challenges, Water Beings not only reflects on our past but also presents a clarion call to mend our ways and re-establish a respectful balance with the water that sustains all life. Perfect for enthusiasts of ecology, spirituality, and cultural history, this essential read asks us what we can do to restore harmony with these ancient beings and the ecosystems they represent. Shipping for this item is free, and you can expect delivery within 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Don’t miss the chance to reconnect with the vital element of water through this important work from Reaktion Books, published in 2023.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789146882
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Looking to the vast human history of water worship, a crucial study of our broken relationship with all things aquatic — and how we might mend it.
Early human relationships with water were expressed through beliefs in serpentine aquatic deities: rainbow-coloured, feathered or horned serpents, giant anacondas and dragons. Representing the powers of water, these beings were bringers of life and sustenance, world creators, ancestors, guardian spirits and law makers. Worshipped and appeased, they embodied people’s respect for water and its vital role in sustaining all living things.
Yet today, though we still recognise that â€water is life’, fresh- and saltwater ecosystems have been critically compromised by human activities. This major study of water beings, and what has happened to them in different cultural and historical contexts, demonstrates how and why some — but not all — societies have moved from worshipping water to wreaking havoc upon it, and asks what we can do to turn the tide.
'A far-ranging and gorgeously illustrated study, Water Beings explores humanity's enduring but always transforming connections to the wellsprings of life. A profound and entertaining book for a time when reimagining humanity’s future has never been more vital.' — Caspar Henderson, author of The Book of Barely Imagined Beings
'With passion, rigor and creative depth, Strang eloquently takes readers across the world to further our understanding of water's natural, cultural, and symbolic qualities. Water beings are brought to life alongside relational beliefs and practices
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789146882
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Looking to the vast human history of water worship, a crucial study of our broken relationship with all things aquatic — and how we might mend it.
Early human relationships with water were expressed through beliefs in serpentine aquatic deities: rainbow-coloured, feathered or horned serpents, giant anacondas and dragons. Representing the powers of water, these beings were bringers of life and sustenance, world creators, ancestors, guardian spirits and law makers. Worshipped and appeased, they embodied people’s respect for water and its vital role in sustaining all living things.
Yet today, though we still recognise that â€water is life’, fresh- and saltwater ecosystems have been critically compromised by human activities. This major study of water beings, and what has happened to them in different cultural and historical contexts, demonstrates how and why some — but not all — societies have moved from worshipping water to wreaking havoc upon it, and asks what we can do to turn the tide.
'A far-ranging and gorgeously illustrated study, Water Beings explores humanity's enduring but always transforming connections to the wellsprings of life. A profound and entertaining book for a time when reimagining humanity’s future has never been more vital.' — Caspar Henderson, author of The Book of Barely Imagined Beings
'With passion, rigor and creative depth, Strang eloquently takes readers across the world to further our understanding of water's natural, cultural, and symbolic qualities. Water beings are brought to life alongside relational beliefs and practices