Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing: New Ecological Perspectives from East Asia

Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing explores East Asian cultural knowledge, beliefs, and practices that influence environmental consciousness in the twenty-first century, focusing on animistic perspectives and engaging with media studies, food studies, critical animal studies, biotechnology, and the material sciences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Lexington Books

Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing is a groundbreaking exploration that delves deeply into the profound cultural knowledge, beliefs, and practices of East Asia, shaping environmental consciousness in the twenty-first century. This comprehensive volume examines the influential thinkers and core aspects of Daoist, Confucianist, Buddhist, indigenous, animistic, and neo-Confucianist thought, with a special emphasis on animistic perspectives on environmental healing and environmental consciousness. The contributors also engage with a range of interdisciplinary fields such as media studies (eco-cinema), food studies, critical animal studies, biotechnology, and the material sciences, fostering a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness between human culture, the natural world, and the pursuit of sustainable practices.
Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing is a groundbreaking exploration that delves deeply into the profound cultural knowledge, beliefs, and practices of East Asia, shaping environmental consciousness in the twenty-first century. This comprehensive volume examines the influential thinkers and core aspects of Daoist, Confucianist, Buddhist, indigenous, animistic, and neo-Confucianist thought, with a special emphasis on animistic perspectives on environmental healing and environmental consciousness. The contributors also engage with a range of interdisciplinary fields such as media studies (eco-cinema), food studies, critical animal studies, biotechnology, and the material sciences, fostering a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness between human culture, the natural world, and the pursuit of sustainable practices.

In East Asia, a rich tapestry of cultural knowledge, beliefs, and practices has shaped environmental consciousness in the twenty-first century. Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing critically engages with this cultural landscape, exploring the profound influence of Daoist, Confucianist, Buddhist, indigenous, animistic, and neo-Confucianist thought on shaping environmental attitudes and practices. This volume examines key thinkers and aspects of these philosophical traditions, shedding light on their perspectives on the relationship between humans, nature, and the cosmos.

One of the central themes of Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing is the role of animistic perspectives in environmental healing and consciousness. Contributors delve into the rich tapestry of indigenous beliefs and practices, highlighting the importance of connecting with nature and the natural world in promoting ecological balance and well-being. They explore how animistic traditions emphasize the interconnectedness of all living beings, the significance of respecting and nurturing the environment, and the potential for spiritual and emotional healing through nature-based practices.

Furthermore, the volume engages with a range of interdisciplinary fields, including media studies (eco-cinema), food studies, critical animal studies, biotechnology, and the material sciences. These fields provide valuable insights into how cultural knowledge is transmitted, interpreted, and transformed in contemporary society. By examining the intersection of environmental consciousness, media, food, animals, biotechnology, and material sciences, the contributors offer a multi-dimensional understanding of the complex dynamics that shape environmental attitudes and practices.

Through its comprehensive exploration of East Asian cultural knowledge, beliefs, and practices, Embodied Memories, Embedded Healing contributes to our understanding of the complex relationship between human culture, the natural world, and the pursuit of sustainable practices. It offers valuable insights into the role of animistic perspectives in environmental healing and consciousness, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of environmental discourse in the twenty-first century. By fostering a deeper understanding of the cultural roots of environmental concerns, this volume empowers individuals and communities to embrace sustainable practices and promote a harmonious relationship between humans and the environment.

Weight: 553g
Dimension: 238 x 160 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793647597