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Anna Lora-Wainwright, "Resigned Activism: Living with Pollution in Rural China" (MIT Press, 2021)

Oct 20, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Anna Lora-Wainwright, a Professor of Human Geography of China at Oxford University, explores the intricacies of living with pollution in rural China. She introduces the concept of 'resigned activism,' showing how villagers navigate their daily struggles amidst industrial contamination. The conversation dives into grassroots responses, the emotional toll of pollution, and the challenges of seeking justice against a backdrop of socio-economic inequalities. Drawing on her rich fieldwork, Lora-Wainwright highlights community resilience and quiet forms of resistance.
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