Who do we think we are? In a world teetering on the brink of ecological thresholds, REIMAGINING EDEN emerges as a clarion call to envision a new era -- The Symbiocene. This thought-provoking collection of poems not only navigates through the tumultuous landscapes sculpted by human influence but also seeks solace in the possibility of symbiosis between humanity and nature. Within these pages, readers are invited to embark on a journey that traverses desolation yet always carries within it seeds of hope. As humanity stands at this crucial juncture, these verses serve as poignant reflections on our shared responsibility and potential for forging sustainable futures. REIMAGINING EDEN offers more than mere contemplation; it is an ode to resilience, urging us towards harmonious coexistence with Earth. These poems breathe life into visions where human actions align with Earth's rhythms -- harboring regenerative whispers calling forth from beneath cracked pavements toward lush horizons yet unclaimed. Let each poem resonate as an echo -- a reverberation from today carrying timeless truths into tomorrow. We stand at the threshold; may this book inspire both introspection and action towards shaping an enduring legacy for generations to follow.

Within a changing social and political context, the role of the church in public life and the response of Christians to social issues has taken on renewed energy. Churches have entered enthusiastically into community engagement projects such as foodbanks and night shelters, with a broad understanding of this as mission. Missional Pastoral Care offers much needed reflection about the nature of mission and about expectations for missional outcomes. Using the stories of team members within the Eden Network (which emphasises an ‘incarnational’ approach to urban mission) the book demonstrates that at its best mission happens in a shared life rather than being about ‘us’ telling the listening world. A timely and provocative call to churches, missional groups and those training for ministry to reflect more deeply on their practice and theology, the book insists that mission is about difference, love, locality and long-term consistency and, at its best, is slow, complicated and messy.

This revised edition of Carolyn Merchant’s classic Reinventing Eden has been updated with a new foreword and afterword. Visionary quests to return to the Garden of Eden have shaped Western Culture. This book traces the idea of rebuilding the primeval garden from its origins to its latest incarnations and offers a bold new way to think about the earth.

As one of the most prominent voices from and about the French Caribbean, Gisèle Pineau has garnered significant scholarly attention; however, this interest has culminated in precious few volumes devoted entirely to the author and her work. In response to this lack of in-depth critical attention, Reimagining Resistance in Gisèle Pineau’s Works brings together a range of perspectives from both sides of the Atlantic and across the Pacific to explore the unique ways in which Gisèle Pineau’s works redefine the concept of resistance, particularly as it relates to gender, race, history, and Antillean identity. As this volume ultimately demonstrates, resistance holds up a mirror to the political, economic, and cultural forces that have shaped the past, construct the present, and build the future. It argues that Pineau’s characters open the narrative frame for reading them and move us beyond the categories of the wholly defiant or the inherently complicit. Above all, as they invite us to reimagine resistance, they expose our expectations and hopefully shift our understanding about what it means to rise and to fall in a world we seek to call our own.

Reimagining the Bible collects a dozen essays by Howard Schwartz. Together the essays present a coherent theory of the way in which each successive phase of Jewish literature has drawn upon and reimagined the previous ones. The book is organized into four sections: The Ancient Models; The Folk Tradition; Mythic Echoes; Modern Jewish Literature and the Ancient Models. Within these divisions, each of the essays focuses on a specific genre, ranging from Torah and Aggadah to Kabbalah, fairy tales, and the modern Yiddish stories of S.Y. Agnon and Isaac Bashevis Singer. Arguing the important thesis that there is a continuity in Jewish literature which extends from the Biblical era to our own times, over a period of more than 3,000 years, this collection also serves as a guide to the history of that literature, and to the genres it comprises.

Leviticus is often seen as one of the most uninviting books of the Old Testament. Who wants to read about blood sacrifice, infectious diseases, or ancient dietary restrictions? Yet like visiting any foreign country, to truly appreciate its culture one must become familiar with the language, customs, and ways of the people. This book guides the perplexed reader through the foreign signs, symbols, and beliefs of the ancient Israelites. From blood and atonement to the loveable rock badger, we begin to discover the sacred world of Leviticus and its relationship to a holy God who dwells with his people. The rituals and commands God gave to Israel form the deep roots of the biblical tradition that were not meant to be left in the past. Tapping into these roots helps us understand the life and ministry of Christ and how we might pursue holiness today. Each chapter surveys key aspects of Leviticus and then explores how these relate to the New Testament and the life of faith in the twenty-first century. In this accessible and engaging travel log, Scarlata introduces the depth and beauty of Israelite practices prescribed by God that were further revealed in Christ and continue to speak to the life and faith of Christians today.

It has never been more important for the luxury industry to embrace sustainability and transform their businesses for a better future. However, in order to become authentically sustainable, companies need to shift their mindsets. Reimagining Luxury offers invaluable guidance for businesses seeking to thrive in a sustainable future. Authored by Diana Verde Nieto, an expert in the field, and incorporating insights from industry leaders such as LVMH, L'Oreal, and Kering, as well as respected figures like Harvard Professor John Kotter and former Unilever CEO Paul Polman. This comprehensive guide provides practical advice on how to shift mindsets, heartsets and practices to achieve sustainable economic growth. Whether you're an established luxury organization or a new player in the field, this book is an essential resource for navigating the changing landscape of sustainability and innovation in the 21st century. Reimagining Luxury empowers 'the reimaginers' to take action and create change by offering practical frameworks and concrete examples. Whether you are an industry professional with years of experience or just starting out, the book will help accelerate your path towards positive change. Covering everything from environmental and social topics to positive storytelling, Reimagining Luxury offers readers a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of these issues and the steps necessary to address them holistically. The author, Verde Nieto, brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the table as an Adviser at Sustainnovate and Co-Founder of Positive Luxury. Readers can trust that the advice presented is based on both deep expertise and practical experience. If your goal is to embrace sustainable innovation as a catalyst of social and economic growth, then Reimagining Luxury is a must-read.

Medieval America analyzes literary, legal, and historical archives that help tell a new story about the formation of American culture. Against Cold War–era studies of U.S. culture that argued, following political scientist Louis Hartz’s “liberal consensus” model, that the United States emerged from the Revolutionary era free from Europe’s feudal institutions and uninterested in the production of its medieval culture productions, Robert Yusef Rabiee contends that feudal law and medieval literature were structural components of the American cultural imaginary in the nineteenth century. The racial, gender, and class formations that emerged in the first era of U.S. nation building were deeply indebted to medieval social, political, and religious thought—an observation that challenges the liberal consensus model and allows us to better grasp how American social roles developed. Far from casting off feudal tradition, the early United States folded feudalism into its emerging liberal order, creating a knotted system of values and practices that continue to structure the American experience. Sometimes, the feudal residuum contradicted the liberal values of the Unites States. Other times, the feudal residuum bolstered those values, revealing deep sympathies between so-called “modern” and “premodern” political thought. Medieval America thus aims to reorient our discussions about American cultural and political development in terms of the long arc of European history.

The most controversial ecumenical church event in decades, the first Re-Imagining Conference shook the foundations of mainline Protestantism. In this anthology of ninety-five articles, reflections, letters, poetry, and artwork, participants in the conference offer a candid, inside look at what actually occurred in Minneapolis, and at the aftershocks that followed. Amid the cacophonous rumors, hearsay, and ideological clashes that continue to stalk Re-Imagining, the clear voices in this remarkable volume reveal fresh ways of understanding faith, God, and community. They speak to the church today--and to the church of tomorrow.