Land, Life, and Emotional Landscapes at the Margins of Bangladesh explores the human cost of land dispossession in rural Bangladesh. Focusing on the struggles of indigenous farmers threatened by state projects, the book examines how land loss disrupts not only livelihoods but also cultural identities and emotional connections to the land. Through ethnographic research, the book analyzes how these farmers resist dispossession and navigate the complex power dynamics at play.
Recommended for:
Scholars and students of:
- Anthropology: The book offers a rich ethnographic study of a marginalized community in Bangladesh, employing qualitative research methods.
- Development Studies: It critically examines the impact of state-led development projects on local communities and their relationship with land.
- Human Geography: The book explores the concept of “emotional landscapes” and how land dispossession disrupts human-environment connections.
- South Asian Studies: It provides a focused analysis of a contemporary social issue in Bangladesh.
You will:
- Gain a deep understanding of the concept of land dispossession and its impact on rural communities.
- Explore how land loss shapes the identities and emotional well-being of indigenous farmers in Bangladesh.
- Analyze the strategies used by farmers to resist land dispossession and protect their ancestral lands.
- Decipher the power dynamics at play between the state, local elites, and marginalized communities.
- Understand the complex relationship between land, culture, and emotional attachment in rural Bangladesh.
- Appreciate the value of ethnographic research in understanding lived experiences and local perspectives.
- Engage with critical debates surrounding development, land rights, and social justice in South Asia.
Land, Life, and Emotional Landscapes at the Margins of Bangladesh offers a compelling and nuanced portrayal of the social and emotional costs of land dispossession. It provides valuable insights for anyone interested in human-environment interactions, development studies, and the struggles of marginalized communities.
Citation and Licensing
Éva Rozália Hölzle. AUP. (2022). Land, Life, and Emotional Landscapes at the Margins of Bangladesh. https://www.aup.nl/en/book/9789048553365/land-life-and-emotional-landscapes-at-the-margins-of-bangladesh
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