Reading Himalayan Landscapes Over Time (Environmental Perception, Knowledge and Practice in Nepal and Ladakh)

Book Details

• Publisher: Institut Francais De Pondichery

• Author: Joelle Smadja

• Language: English

• Edition: 2003

• Pages: 685 (77 B/W Illustrations)

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 24 cm x 18 cm

• Weight: 1.50 kg

• ISBN: 9788184701708

About the Book

Reading Himalayan Landscapes Over Time is a comprehensive scholarly study examining environmental perception, traditional knowledge systems, and ecological practices in Nepal and Ladakh. Through detailed field research and interdisciplinary analysis, the book explores how Himalayan communities have historically interacted with, understood, and shaped their landscapes. Supported by numerous black-and-white illustrations, the volume addresses themes such as land use, agricultural adaptation, resource management, and cultural interpretations of the natural environment. This work is an important resource for scholars, researchers, and readers interested in environmental history, Himalayan studies, anthropology, and sustainable cultural practices in South Asia.