Indigenous Settlers of the Galapagos: Conservation Law, Race, and Society

In her book "Indigenous Settlers of the Galápagos: Conservation Law, Race, and Society," Pilar Sánchez Voelkl explores the arrival and presence of Andean Indigenous people in the Galápagos Islands, tracing their stories from the 1860s onwards. She argues that their journey illustrates how multiple notions of nature, race, and society interact to shape a social order in Darwin's archipelago, challenging common portraits of the islands as untouched nature.

Format: Hardback
Length: 244 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

In her book titled "In Indigenous Settlers of the Galápagos: Conservation Law, Race, and Society," Pilar Sánchez Voelkl delves into the captivating anthropological and historical narrative of the early arrival and significant presence of Andean Indigenous people in the Galápagos Islands. Through her extensive research, she traces the stories of the earliest colonizers who settled permanently on the archipelago, beginning in the 1860s. Sánchez Voelkl's profound analysis reveals how a complex interplay of multiple notions of nature, race, and society coalesced to shape the social order in Darwin's archipelago. Contrary to the prevalent portrayal of the islands as untouched paradises, "In Indigenous Settlers of the Galápagos" presents compelling evidence highlighting the intricate complexities surrounding human and non-human relationships.

This book offers a valuable insight into the multifaceted tapestry of the Galápagos Islands, shedding light on the intricate interplay between cultural heritage, environmental conservation, and social dynamics. It challenges preconceived notions and provides a nuanced understanding of the region's history, contributing to a broader appreciation of the diverse and complex tapestry of human societies in our world.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666906592