Routledge Global Civilization: Challenges to Society and to Christianity (Cross Cultural Theologies)

Product Description Transportation, telecommunications and the internet are all part of a process of globalisation that affects every sphere of life. This new phase in human evolution is central to the thinking of Leonardo Boff - one of the founders of Liberation Theology. In 'Global Civilisation' Boff presents a philosophical and theological enquiry into all aspects of globalization - from market forces to politics, military force, technology and science, communication and spirituality. The book describes the revolution taking place - in consciousness, the meaning of life, holiness, the economy, politics, culture, work standards, and ethics. Boff explores the contribution of Christianity to the "new global civilisation" and presents a utopian future for humankind. About the Author Leonardo Boff is Emeritus Professor at the University of Rio de Janiero, Brazil, where he lectures on Ethics and Philosophy of Religion. He has also held visiting positions at the University of Lisbon, Salamanca, Harvard, Basel, and Heidelberg. He was awarded the Right Livelihood Award, considered to be the alternative Nobel Peace Prize, in Stockholm in 2001 for his commitment to Justice, Ecology and Spirituality. One of the founders of Liberation Theology, he is author of 70 books.