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Description: Much previous literature on sacred natural sites has been written from a non - indigenous perspective. In contrast this book facilitates a greater self - expression of indigenous perspectives regarding treatment of the sacred and its protection and governance in the face of threats from various forms of natural resource exploitation and development. It provides indigenous custodians the opportunity to explain how they view and treat the sacred through a written account that is available to a global audience. It thus illuminates similarities and differences of both definitions interpretations and governance approaches regarding sacred natural phenomena and their conservation. The volume presents an international range of case studies from the recent controversy of pipeline construction at Standing Rock a sacred site for the Sioux people spanning North and South Dakota to others located in Australia Canada East Timor Hawaii India Mexico Myanmar Nigeria and the Philippines. Each chapter includes an analytical introduction and conclusion written by the editors to identify common themes unique insights and key messages. The book is therefore a valuable teaching resource for students of indigenous studies anthropology religion heritage human rights and law nature conservation and environmental protection. It will also be of great interest to professionals and NG Os concerned with nature and heritage conservation.
Title: Indigenous Perspectives On Sacred Natural Sites Culture Governance And Conservation
Brand: Taylor & Francis Inc
Barcode: 9780815377023
Pages: 246 Pages, 48 Halftones, Black And White; 48 Illustrations, Black And White
Publication Date: 1/7/2019
Category: Anthropology
Description: Much previous literature on sacred natural sites has been written from a non - indigenous perspective. In contrast this book facilitates a greater self - expression of indigenous perspectives regarding treatment of the sacred and its protection and governance in the face of threats from various forms of natural resource exploitation and development. It provides indigenous custodians the opportunity to explain how they view and treat the sacred through a written account that is available to a global audience. It thus illuminates similarities and differences of both definitions interpretations and governance approaches regarding sacred natural phenomena and their conservation. The volume presents an international range of case studies from the recent controversy of pipeline construction at Standing Rock a sacred site for the Sioux people spanning North and South Dakota to others located in Australia Canada East Timor Hawaii India Mexico Myanmar Nigeria and the Philippines. Each chapter includes an analytical introduction and conclusion written by the editors to identify common themes unique insights and key messages. The book is therefore a valuable teaching resource for students of indigenous studies anthropology religion heritage human rights and law nature conservation and environmental protection. It will also be of great interest to professionals and NG Os concerned with nature and heritage conservation.
Title: Indigenous Perspectives On Sacred Natural Sites Culture Governance And Conservation
Brand: Taylor & Francis Inc
Barcode: 9780815377023
Pages: 246 Pages, 48 Halftones, Black And White; 48 Illustrations, Black And White
Publication Date: 1/7/2019
Category: Anthropology
