Auroville: A City of Dreams

Auroville: A City of Dreams - Paperback

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Auroville: A City of Dreams - Paperback

Auroville: A City of Dreams - Paperback

by Katarzyna Boni
$17.95
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What Would You Do to Change the World?

In 1967 the Mother founded Auroville, a planned utopia that would be both self-sustaining and, through the yogic practices of Sri Aurobindo, a community that would herald the next evolution of humanity. She designed a city to resemble the galaxy, and to house 50,000 people from around the world who, through a series of utopic ideals--transforming the desert into self-sustaining farmland, eliminating the need for money, removing religious conflicts, among others--would transform the world into a more just place.Despite the death of the Mother, contentious infighting, and the Indian government taking control of the city, Auroville has survived, and still attracts thousands of visitors every year. And in 2018, one of those visitors was Katarzyna Boni, a renowned Polish reportage writer, who wanted to try and understand what Auroville really means--as a city, as a community, as a beacon of hope for the future.Boni merges the official history of Auroville with her experiences with the people she meets while living in this unique city, from Daniel who owns a local bakery, to Auroson, the reincarnation of the first child born in Auroville. A fascinating work that is never judgmental, Auroville: A City of Dreams looks at the successes and failures of this unique attempt at utopia, and the benefits such ambitious dreams can have regardless of outcome.
ISBN9781960385475
Author Katarzyna Boni
PublisherOpen Letter Books
GenreNews & politics, History, and Philosophy
FormatPaperback
PublishedJuly 2026
LanguageENG- English
Pages496
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Katarzyna Boni

Katarzyna Boni is an award-winning Polish journalist, writer, and documentarian who specializes in long-form journalism, Polish reportage, and nonfiction, often focusing on themes of community, spirituality, and resilience. Boni has reported from across the globe, with a particular interest in Asia, where she has spent extensive time researching and writing. Her acclaimed debut, Ganbare! Workshops on Dying, delved into post-tsunami Japan and the cultural narratives surrounding grief and recovery. In Auroville, she turns her lens to the utopian experiment in southern India, capturing its complexities with her signature blend of curiosity and insight.

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