Wai Pasifika Indigenous Ways In A Changing Climate by David Young

David Young focuses on the increasingly endangered resource of freshwater, and what so-called developed societies can learn from the indigenous voices of the Pacific. Combining nineteenth century and indigenous sources with a selection of modern studies and his own personal encounters, Young keeps a human face on the key issue of water. He confirms that the gift of indigenous people to their colonisers is that they offer systematic and different concepts of being in, and experiencing, nature. It is time people woke up to the dangers and began to embrace possible solutions, Young argues in this inspiring and deeply moving study. Current trends in water management are not only wasteful and destructive but also ultimately deadly. He concludes, however, on a hopeful note, arguing that there is potential for change. The future rests on developing the discipline of deep respect for place, for planet and for life in its myriad forms.

Publisher:	Otago University Press
Year:	2021
Binding:	Paperback
ISBN:	9781990048074
Condition:	Good
Description:	Heavy. Slight crease on front cover, and some water stainng to bottom right edge of early pages, otherwise very good.

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SKU: 1598502
Location: Pacific