Juang (Vol. 3) (Man & Forest)

Book Detail

• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Edition: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 422
• Release Date: 30-08-2007
• EAN: 9788124604151
• Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Languages: English

Description
This book is the seventh monograph in the Man and Forest series, focusing on the Juang, a tribal community in Orissa. It explores their indigenous knowledge in conserving and managing forests and natural resources amidst modern challenges. The book documents how the Juang classify trees, plants, forests, crops, and animals, detailing their subsistence economy, agricultural practices, social organization, and religious beliefs. The impact of forest policies on their livelihood is also examined. Based on nearly ten years of interdisciplinary research, this study provides a comprehensive insight into the Juang community's relationship with nature and their adaptation to contemporary changes.

Author Details

• Author: Klaus Seeland
• About the Author: Klaus Seeland is a renowned scholar specializing in environmental studies, anthropology, and forest resource management. His research focuses on indigenous knowledge systems, conservation practices, and the socio-economic aspects of forest-dependent communities. With extensive fieldwork in South Asia, he has contributed significantly to understanding sustainable forest management through traditional wisdom.