Inuit, Whaling, and Sustainability
Author | : Milton M. R. Freeman |
Publisher | : Rowman Altamira |
Total Pages | : 212 |
Release | : 1998 |
ISBN-10 | : 0761990631 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780761990635 |
Rating | : 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Download or read book Inuit, Whaling, and Sustainability written by Milton M. R. Freeman and published by Rowman Altamira. This book was released on 1998 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inuit, Whaling, and Sustainability is based on extensive ethnographic, ecological, and policy research sponsored by the Inuit Circumpolar Conference. It presents Inuit perspectives on the integral role whales play in cultural, economic, philosophical, and nutritional aspects of Inuit life. As a unique example of interdisciplinary and collaborative research, it is a model for development studies, environmental policy and science, community studies, and Native studies.