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“As rich and thoughtful as all of Brian McLaren’s work, but with a particular urgency!” — Bill McKibben

“Riveting. Challenging. Brave. Devastating. Hopeful.” — Rabbi Sharon Brous, IKAR, author of The Amen Effect

In Life After Doom, best-selling author and activist Brian D. McLaren provides an insightful, profound guide on how to navigate our turbulent times with wisdom, resilience, and love.

For nearly 25 years, McLaren has explored the intersection of religious faith and contemporary society. Here, he confronts the widespread and catastrophic failures of religious and political leaders in addressing vital issues of our age: escalating ecological breakdown, deepening economic inequality, and the growing threat of societal collapse. He defines “doom” as the uneasy, troubling awareness that humanity is responsible for the crisis facing civilization and our planet—and yet, we seem unable or unwilling to make the profound and swift changes necessary to prevent disaster.

Drawing thoughtfully on perspectives from philosophers, poets, scientists, and spiritual thinkers, Life After Doom explores complex notions of hope, the essential role of grieving, and fresh approaches to perceiving, belonging, and living. If you’re seeking courage and practical wisdom to nurture resilience and guide yourself, your family, and your community through these difficult and unprecedented times, Life After Doom is the vital resource you need right now.