Embodying Biodiversity: Sensory Conservation as Refuge and Sovereignty (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780816553983)

Harnessing a myriad of methodologies and research spanning multiple continents, this volume delves into the power of everyday forms of biodiversity conservation, motivated by sensory and embodied engagement with plants. Through an array of interdisciplinary contributions, the authors argue that the vast majority of biodiversity conservation worldwide is carried out not by large-scale, hierarchical initiatives but by ordinary people who cultivate sensory-motivated, place-based bonds with plants.

Acknowledging the monumental role of everyday champions in tending biodiversity, the contributors write that this caretaking is crucial to countering ecological harm and global injustice stemming from colonial violence and racial capitalism.

Contributors
Mike Anastario
Ally Ang
Antonia Barreau
Juli?n Caviedes
Chen Chen
Evelyn Flores
Terese V. Gagnon
Jos? Tom?s Ibarra
Fred L. Joiner
Gary Nabhan
Virginia D. Nazarea
Shannon A. Novak
Valentina Peveri
Emily Ramsey
Yasuaki Sato
Justin Simpson
David E. Sutton

Author: Terese Gagnon
ISBN-10: 081655398X
ISBN-13: 9780816553983
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Language: English
Published: 11/19/2024
Pages: 274
Format: Paperback