Starhawk's epic tale is set in 2048. In a time of ecological collapse, when the authoritarian and corporate-driven Stewards have taken control of most of the land, one region has declared itself independent. Choosing life over guns, they have created a rich ecotopia, where nothing is wasted, culture and cooperation are uppermost, and the Four Sacred Things are valued unconditionally. It’s the story of ninety-eight year old Maya, whose vision provides a way to defend their city from invasion without becoming what they are fighting against. As a social, political and ecological commentary, we can see that some of Starhawk’s predictions have already come to pass, making this compelling story a timely message for our future.