Gardening for the Earth and Soul - Softcover

Heather Dean

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0871780534 ISBN 13: 9780871780539

Publisher: Brethren Pr, 2004

Synopsis

Drawing on their education and personal experiences, Heather Dean and Tom Benevento address both the practical and spiritual benefits of gardening. They have worked alongside the indigenous people of Central America, true caretakers of the earth, learning the craft of gardening to sustain and enrich both the earth and the soul. Using this knowledge they have creating community gardens that thrive amidst the urban landscape in North America. They now pass along their experiences in a practical and inspirational "how to" manual.

Social commentary, soil enrichment, global community, spiritual growth, recipes and children's activities all have a place within the pages. Lyrically written, with enchanting line drawings, this book inspires the reader to see the connection between humus and humanity, soil and soul, peonies and peace.

About this title

About the Author:

Heather Dean is a gardener, political activist, massage therapist, translator, and poet. She has lived in Guatemala, El Salvador, and Chiapas, Mexico, as a human rights accompanier for refugees and returned refugees. She holds an M.S. degree in Sustainable Systems with a focus on Sustainable Agriculture and Permaculture, and she has been an active community gardener in Washington D.C.

Tom Benevento activley promotes sustainable living and agro-ecology both in the Highlands of Guatemala and the U.S. He helps facilitate Church of the Brethren's Latin American programs and is active in peacemaking efforts. He has an M.S. degree in Sustainable Systems with a focus on Sustainable Agriculture and Permaculture.

About this edition

• Publisher: Brethren Pr
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0871780534
• ISBN 13: 9780871780539
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 180
• Illustrator: Tom Benevento