Anthropology and Climate Change

by Susan A. Crate (Editor), Elizabeth Marino (Contributor)

The first book to comprehensively assess anthropology’s engagement with climate change, this pioneering volume both maps out exciting trajectories for research and issues a call to action. Chapters in part one are systematic research reviews, covering the relationship between culture and climate from prehistoric times to the present; changing anthropological discourse on climate and environment; the diversity of environmental and sociocultural changes currently occurring around the globe; and the unique methodological and epistemological tools anthropologists bring to bear on climate research. Part two includes a series of case studies that highlights leading-edge research―including some unexpected and provocative findings. Part three challenges scholars to be proactive on the front lines of climate change, providing instruction on how to work in with research communities, with innovative forms of communication, in higher education, in policy environments, as individuals, and in other critical arenas. Linking sophisticated knowledge to effective actions, Anthropology and Climate Change is essential for students and scholars in anthropology and environmental studies.

Genres: Anthropology

416 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 2008

Reviews

[Whitney Margaritis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read. Well developed and gives a lot of good context to the topic.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well, okay. I didn't read the *whole* thing. But I did read Elizabeth Marino's piece, "Talking and Not Talking About Climate Change in Northwestern Alaska." And not only did I understand it, I enjoyed it. Plus, she's a complete rockstar in the field of anthropology and climate change. Therefore, you should buy this book.