James George presents the convincing argument that our planet is suffering from twin crises, ecological and spiritual, with a common source in our deep separation from nature and from each other. Inspired by the teachings of Gurdjieff, Thomas Merton, Tibetan Buddhism, and other contemplative traditions, the author shows that to avoid disaster we must wed scientific truth to an awakening of consciousness and acceptance of responsibility.
 
In addition to his public life as a Canadian diplomat, environmental and political activist, lecturer and author, James George was first and foremost a spiritual seeker. The Dalai Lama calls him "my old friend." Chogyam Trungpa called him a wise and benevolent man, an ideal statesman.