Theological Foundations for Environmental Ethics: Reconstructing Patristic and Medieval Concepts

by Jame Schaefer

Book Overview

Earth is imperiled. Human activities are adversely affecting the land, water, air, and myriad forms of biological life that comprise the ecosystems of our planet. Indicators of global warming and holes in the ozone layer inhibit functions vital to the biosphere. Environmental damage to the planet becomes damaging to human health and well-being now and into the future-and too often that damage affects those who are least able to protect themselves...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589012682
• ISBN13: 9781589012684
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Georgetown University Press
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher