The Presence of Elephants: Sharing Lives and Landscapes in Assam
Sharing Lives and Landscapes in Assam
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Paul G. Keil's "The Presence of Elephants" offers a compelling ethnographic study of human-elephant co-presence in Assam, Northeast India.
The book moves beyond the typical focus on human-wildlife conflict to explore the multifaceted nature of their shared existence.
Keil's research reveals the intricate negotiations, tensions, and uncertainties inherent in living alongside these magnificent creatures.
He highlights the importance of understanding the perspectives of both humans and elephants, emphasizing the embodied experiences and everyday interactions that shape their relationship.
The book makes a significant contribution to the fields of multispecies ethnography, environmental humanities, and South Asian studies.
The book moves beyond the typical focus on human-wildlife conflict to explore the multifaceted nature of their shared existence.
Keil's research reveals the intricate negotiations, tensions, and uncertainties inherent in living alongside these magnificent creatures.
He highlights the importance of understanding the perspectives of both humans and elephants, emphasizing the embodied experiences and everyday interactions that shape their relationship.
The book makes a significant contribution to the fields of multispecies ethnography, environmental humanities, and South Asian studies.
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Paul G. Keil, "The Presence of Elephants: Shared Lives and Landscapes in Assam" (Routledge, 2024)
