Book

Zapotec science: farming and food in the Northern Sierra of Oaxaca

University of Texas PressAustin • Published In 2001 • Pages:

By: González, Roberto J. (Roberto Jesús).

Abstract
This monograph attempts to build upon an emerging body of work on the anthropology of science and technology by analyzing Zapotec agricultural and dietary knowledge and practices that combine 'local' and 'cosmopolitan' components; 'ancient' and 'modern' idea systems and artifacts; and techniques and methods developed in 'industrialized' and 'nonindustrialized' societies. In short, this is an examination of the cultural implications of a subsistence system that might be described as a case of scientific and technological syncretism (p. 4). In the process of the analysis of his data González presents much detailed information on Zapotec practices related to the cultivation of maize, sugarcane, and coffee.
Subjects
Theoretical orientation in research and its results
Tillage
History
Missions
Weights and measures
Cereal agriculture
Special crops
Arboriculture
culture
Zapotec
HRAF PubDate
2009
Region
Middle America and the Caribbean
Sub Region
Central Mexico
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle; 2007
Field Date
1994-1998
Coverage Date
1500-1998
Coverage Place
village of Talea de Castro, Rincón region, Oaxaca, Mexico
Notes
Roberto J. González
Includes bibliographical references (p.295-318)and index
LCCN
00012010
LCSH
Zapotec Indians--Agriculture/Zapotec Indians--Food/Traditional farming--Mexico--San Miguel Talea de Castro/Subsistence economy--Mexico--San Miguel Talea de Castro/Sustainable development--Mexico--San Miguel Talea de Castro/San Miguel Talea de Castro (Mexico)--Social life and customs