Living freely in the age of the machine and the meaning of Easter
Paul Kingsnorth discusses his disillusionment with the modern industrial economy and mainstream environmental movement, leading to his family's move to rural Ireland to live off the land. He also shares his spiritual journey from Buddhism to Orthodox Christianity, emphasizing the significance of Easter.
Key Points
- Disillusionment with the mainstream Green movement and focus on cutting carbon emissions
- Transition from urban England to rural Ireland to live off the land and homeschool children
- Exploration of different spiritual paths before embracing Orthodox Christianity and the significance of Easter
Pros
- Challenges mainstream environmental approaches and encourages a return to living off the land
- Offers insight into the impact of industrialism on the environment and personal well-being
- Shares a personal spiritual journey towards Orthodox Christianity and the significance of Easter
Cons
- May be seen as a critique of modern society and consumerism
- Some views may be controversial or challenging to traditional environmental movements