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It began with the Mayan calendar--a startling astrological artifact that reaches its end point in the year 2012. As major spiritual traditions, independent researchers, and archaeological findings all point toward this date as a critical moment in human history, readers everywhere are starting to ask the same question: What will happen in 2012? For the first time, the leading authorities on the 2012 phenomenon are all given voice in a single book, now available in paperback: The Mystery of 2012. An invaluable resource for readers who want to learn more about this time of change, this fascinating book features essays from dozens of prominent thinkers, including: --Gregg Braden's examination of the scientific evidence for a shift in the earth's magnetic field, and how it will affect all life. --Barbara Marx Hubbard's and Peter Russell's explorations of the accelerating pace of evolution--why we may literally be transforming into a new species. --John Major Jenkins' journey to the source for answers: the original Mayan calendar. --Ecologist Joanna Macy's vision of the Great Turning, and how we can take part in this shift to a life-sustaining culture. --Daniel Pinchbeck on the meaning behind the rise in psychic phenomena as we approach 2012. Are we coming to the end of a cosmic cycle? Will there be an age of awakening, a new step in human evolution, or even an end to the world we know? For the growing audience of the 2012-curious, here is a thought-provoking and comprehensive exploration into the possibilities of this pivotal time.
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Synopsis
Are we coming to the end of a cosmic cycle? Will there be an age of awakening, or even an end to the world we know? For the first time, the leading authorities on the 2012 phenomenon are all given voice in a single book: The Mystery of 2012.
From the prophecies of the Mayan astronomers to modern predictions about social, ecological, and spiritual changes to our world, this comprehensive anthology offers you a chance to examine the mystery from every angle--and to decide for yourself whether 2012 will end with a whimper or a bang.
Whether you're a skeptic, a true believer, or simply "2012 curious," here is a thought-provoking exploration of this approaching landmark in human history.
The book includes essay by the following list of scholars, scientists, philosophers, and cutting-edge thinkers:
- Arjuna Ardagh
- Jos Arg elles, PhD
- Gregg Braden
- Carl Johan Calleman, PhD
- Gill Edwards
- Jean Houston, PhD
- Barbara Marx Hubbard
- Janosh
- John Major Jenkins
- Lawrence E. Joseph
- John Lamb Lash
- Ervin Laszlo
- Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee, PhD
- Meg Blackburn Losey, PhD
- Joanna R. Macy, PhD
- Karl Maret, MD
- Corinne McLaughlin
- James O'Dea
- Christine Page, MD
- John L. Petersen
- Daniel Pinchbeck
- Sharron Rose
- Peter Russell
- Robert K. Sitler
- Geoff Stray
- Jay Weidner
Synopsis
The leading authorities on the 2012 phenomenon are all given voice in a single volume. A valuable resource for readers who want to learn more about this ancient Mayan prophecy, this fascinating book features essays from dozens of prominent thinkers.