Scott Nearing Bücher
Scott Nearing war ein amerikanischer Schriftsteller, dessen radikale Ideen und gewaltfreier Aktivismus für Frieden und Umweltschutz sein Leben und Erbe prägten. Seine Schriften befassten sich mit Themen wie Krieg, Hungersnot und Armut und propagierten einen einfacheren, selbstgenügsameren Lebensstil. Nearings unerschütterliche Haltung gegen Konflikte führte zu erheblichen persönlichen Herausforderungen, darunter Arbeitsplatzverlust und Strafverfolgung. Seine bleibende Botschaft fordert eine sinnvollere und nachhaltigere Existenz.






Scott Nearing kämpft gegen eine Gesellschaft, für die Kriege, Umweltverschmutzung und Ausbeutung notwendige Übel darstellen.
Scott Nearing, renowned for his advocacy of self-sufficiency, also played a significant role in education reform during the Progressive era. He critiqued public schools for their outdated methods and explored innovative, child-centered approaches across the country. His insights on school restructuring and curriculum development, presented in "The New Education," resonate with contemporary discussions on educational reform, making his observations from a century ago strikingly relevant today.
In den fünfziger Jahren wurden Helen und Scott Nearing zu einer zentralen Anlaufstelle für alle, die sich für das einfache Leben auf dem Land interessierten. Helen und Scott versorgten sich fast ausschließlich von selbst angebauten Nahrungsmitteln. Ihre Partnerschaft dauerte mehr als ein halbes Jahrhundert. Sie war geprägt von gemeinsamen Interessen und ähnlichen Vorstellungen von einem „guten Leben“. In diesem Buch beschreibt Helen ihr gemeinsames Leben, aber auch Scotts würdevollen Tod.
Social Adjustment
- 402 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
A classic work on social adjustment, Nearing examines the strategies and techniques individuals use to adapt to their social environments. Drawing on his own experiences and the experiences of others, Nearing argues that successful social adjustment is crucial to personal well-being and social harmony.
Bars And Shadows
- 50 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
Bars and Shadows is a memoir by Scott Nearing, an American writer and activist known for his advocacy of simple living, vegetarianism, and social justice. In this book, Nearing reflects on his life and his involvement in the political and social movements of his time. A powerful and inspiring read for anyone interested in the history of American activism.
Social Sanity, a Preface to the Book of Social Progress
- 260 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Written at the height of the Progressive Era, Nearing's book argues for sweeping social and economic reforms that he believed were necessary to promote justice and equality in American society. Drawing on his own experiences as an activist and reformer, Nearing offers a compelling vision of a better world, and a roadmap for how to get there.
Wages in the United States, 1908-1910: A Study of State and Federal Wage Statistics
- 232 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
This book is a study of wage statistics in the United States from 1908-1910. It covers the wages of different classes of workers, including men, women, and children, and provides valuable insights into the economic conditions of the time. The book also discusses the social and political implications of wage inequality and the role of unions in shaping labor policy. It is an essential resource for scholars of American labor history.
The New Education - A Review of Progressive Educational Movements of the Day
- 196 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century educational reform, the author reflects on his extensive review of classical and contemporary educational literature. Inspired by his academic experiences and the burgeoning revolutionary spirit in education, he grapples with the pressing need for constructive writing that addresses glaring faults in the system. The narrative explores the challenges of mobilizing public opinion to drive meaningful change in education, highlighting the urgency and potential for reform during this transformative period.