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“An industrial system predicated on the delusion of limitless expansion will, in time, consume its own basis of support.”

Quote by Petra Kelly

Book:Thinking green!: essays on environmentalism, feminism, and nonviolence

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Thinking green!: essays on environmentalism, feminism, and nonviolence

This book delves into the complex relationships between environmental concerns, gender equality, and pacifist ideologies through a series of thoughtful essays. more

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Petra Kelly was a distinguished German politician renowned for her environmental activism and pacifism. Born on November 29, 1947, she co-founded the German Green Party and served as its co-leader. Her dedication to social justice and environmental issues made her a prominent figure in German politics. Tragically, she passed away on October 1, 1992. more

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