I Am Destroying The Land!: The Political Ecology Of Poverty And Environmental Destruction In Honduras

This book explores the interconnections between historical, geographic, demographic, social, economic, and ecological aspects of development in Central America, focusing on the case of southern Honduras. It employs an integrative approach to analyze the systemic linkages between dominant development models, capitalist accumulation, regional demography, rural impoverishment, and environmental decline. By examining the historical impact of larger socio-political communities on individuals and the natural environment, the book sheds light on the intimate relationship between the peasantry and the natural environment. It offers a valuable contribution to understanding the complex interrelationships between social processes and environmental degradation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the intricate web of interconnections that shape development, encompassing historical, geographic, demographic, social, economic, and ecological dimensions. It explores the challenges faced by Central Americans as they grapple with the escalating pressures of poverty and environmental degradation. Through a comprehensive analysis, Susan Stonich adopts an integrative approach, drawing upon a robust methodological foundation that encompasses political economy and ecology. Her study focuses on southern Honduras, expanding its scope to encompass the broader Central American region. By examining the systemic relationships between dominant development models, patterns of capitalist accumulation, regional demography, rural impoverishment, and environmental decline, Stonich sheds light on the profound impact of larger socio-political communities on individuals and the natural environment. She presents a compelling historical narrative, showcasing how these communities shape the lives of individuals and the fate of the natural world. Recognizing the intimate connection between the peasantry and the natural environment, Stonich's study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between social processes and environmental degradation. It offers a timely and insightful commentary on one of the most pressing contemporary challenges.

This book delves into the intricate web of interconnections that shape development, encompassing historical, geographic, demographic, social, economic, and ecological dimensions. It explores the challenges faced by Central Americans as they grapple with the escalating pressures of poverty and environmental degradation. Through a comprehensive analysis, Susan Stonich adopts an integrative approach, drawing upon a robust methodological foundation that encompasses political economy and ecology. Her study focuses on southern Honduras, expanding its scope to encompass the broader Central American region. By examining the systemic relationships between dominant development models, patterns of capitalist accumulation, regional demography, rural impoverishment, and environmental decline, Stonich sheds light on the profound impact of larger socio-political communities on individuals and the natural environment. She presents a compelling historical narrative, showcasing how these communities shape the lives of individuals and the fate of the natural world. Recognizing the intimate connection between the peasantry and the natural environment, Stonich's study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between social processes and environmental degradation. It offers a timely and insightful commentary on one of the most pressing contemporary challenges.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367161071