Starhawk

Author and environmental activist

Starhawk - Author and environmental activist
Born

June 17th, 1951
73 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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An author and activist, contributed significantly to the fields of ecofeminism and earth-based spirituality. Played a pivotal role in the development of rituals and a spiritual approach to environmental activism. Authored several books, including 'The Spiral Dance' and 'The Fifth Sacred Thing', which blend fiction with teachings on spirituality and ecology. Engaged in numerous grassroots organizing efforts aimed at promoting sustainability and social justice.

Authored 'The Spiral Dance'

Authored 'The Fifth Sacred Thing'

Contributed to ecofeminism and environmental activism

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