Per Ingvar Haukeland

Deep joy – arne næss and the deep ecology

Dyp glede. Med arne næss inn i dypøkologien

Arne Næss (96) retired from his professorate of philosophy nearly 40 years ago to dedicate his life to the deeply joyful, to play, climb, the Norwegian mountains, his cabin Tvergastein and his love for nature. He founded the Deep Ecology movement inspiring and engaging thousands across the world.

This book is the first collection of the most essential extracts from Arne Næss’ deep ecology and ecosophy texts. It is an inspirational book for everyone. The growing climate concerns make the deep ecology more important than ever.

The book covers five main themes – supported by photos, quotes and inspiration boxes – and shows clearly how Næss’ thoughts have been developed through a unique openness and curiosity.

Flux 2008

Per Ingvar Haukeland has previously worked with Næss on writing the bestselling book Livsfilosofi (1998). He has a PhD from Berkeley University in California. He is for the time being employed at Telemarksforskning Research Institute and teaches at University College in Telemark.