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Ethnobotany: A methods manual (People and Plants' Conservation Manuals),Used
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Ethnoecology has blossomed in recent years into an important science because of the realization that the vast body of knowledge contained in both indigenous and folk cultures is being rapidly lost as natural ecosystems and cultures are being destroyed by the encroachment of development. Ethnobotany and ethnozoology both began largely with direct observations about the ways in which people used plants and animals and consisted mainly of the compilation of lists. Recently, these subjects have adopted a much more scientific and quantitative methodology and have studied the ways in which people manage their environment and, as a consequence, have used a much more ecological approach. This manual of ethnobotanical methodology will become an essential tool for all ethnobiologists and ethnoecologists. It fills a significant gap in the literature and I only wish it had been available some years previously so that I could have given it to many of my students. I shall certainly recommend it to any future students who are interested in ethnoecology. I particularly like the sympathetic approach to local peoples which pervades this book. It is one which encourages the ethnobotanical work by both the local people themselves and by academically trained researchers. A study of this book will avoid many of the arrogant approaches of the past and encourage a fair deal for any group which is being studied. This manual promotes both the involvement oflocal people and the return to them of knowledge which has been studied by outsiders.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Ethnobotany: A methods manual'? A: The book focuses on ethnobotany and ethnoecology, emphasizing the scientific methods used to study the relationships between people and their environment, particularly concerning plant and animal usage.
- Q: Who is the author of this manual? A: The author of 'Ethnobotany: A methods manual' is Gary J. Martin.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on December 31, 1995.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in ethnobotany? A: Yes, this manual provides essential methodologies and insights that are beneficial for both beginners and experienced researchers in ethnobotany.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: Does the book promote ethical research practices? A: Yes, the book encourages ethical research practices, highlighting the importance of involving local communities and respecting their knowledge.
- Q: What kind of methodologies does the book cover? A: The manual covers quantitative and ecological methodologies for studying ethnobotany and ethnoecology.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic research? A: Yes, this book serves as a valuable reference for academic research in the fields of ethnobotany and ethnoecology.