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“Alam menjadi inspirasiku pertamaku --dan mempelajari alam adalah hasrat pertamaku-- yang kemudian membuat aku menjadi fisikawan. [...] Kenangan paling intim dari masa kecilku adalah tentang pemandangan, suara, rasa, dan bau hutan-hutan Himalaya tempat aku bertumbuh; bagiku mereka adalah buaian fisik dan intelektualku. (p. 2)”

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Book:Terra Viva : My Life in a Biodiversity of Movements
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Terra Viva : My Life in a Biodiversity of Movements

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Vandana Shiva
Vandana Shiva

Vandana Shiva is an Indian environmental activist, food sovereignty advocate, and author. Born on November 5, 1952, she is recognized for her efforts in promoting sustainable agriculture and organic farming. Shiva has authored many books and articles on environmental issues and is a vocal critic of corporate control over seeds and food systems. more

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