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Agricultural Involution: The Processes of Ecological Change in Indonesia,New
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Agricultural Involution: The Processes of Ecological Change in Indonesia is one of the most famous of the early works of Clifford Geertz. It principal thesis is that many centuries of intensifying wetrice cultivation in Indonesia had produced greater social complexity without significant technological or political change, a process Geertz terms 'involution'.Written for a USfunded project on the local developments and following the modernization theory of Walt Whitman Rostow, Geertz examines in this book the agricultural system in Indonesia and its two dominant forms of agriculture, swidden and sawah. In addition to researching its agricultural systems, the book turns to an examination of their historical development. Of particular note is Geertz's discussion of what he famously describes as the process of 'agricultural involution' in Java, where both the external economic demands of the Dutch rulers and the internal pressures due to population growth led to intensification rather than change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Agricultural Involution: The Processes of Ecological Change in Indonesia'? A: The main theme of the book is the concept of 'agricultural involution', which describes how centuries of wet-rice cultivation in Indonesia led to increased social complexity without significant technological or political changes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Agricultural Involution' is Clifford Geertz, a prominent anthropologist known for his influential works on culture and society.
- Q: What types of agriculture are discussed in this book? A: The book examines two dominant forms of agriculture in Indonesia: swidden (slash-and-burn) agriculture and sawah (wet-rice) agriculture.
- Q: When was 'Agricultural Involution' first published? A: The book was first published on December 1, 1969.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Agricultural Involution' is widely regarded as a significant academic text in anthropology and social science, making it suitable for both students and scholars.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 195 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book offered for sale? A: The book is offered in new condition, ensuring it is free from any damage or wear.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book discuss the historical development of agriculture in Indonesia? A: Yes, the book includes a discussion on the historical development of agricultural systems in Indonesia, along with their ecological changes.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the complexities of Indonesian agriculture, the impacts of colonialism, and the social dynamics resulting from agricultural practices.