Atolls of the Maldives
Nissology and Geography
David Bowen editor Marcella Schmidt di Friedberg editor Stefano Malatesta editor Shahida Zubair editor Mizna Mohamed editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:1st Mar '21
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
This insightful book explores the challenges of climate change and tourism in the Maldives, offering a thorough spatial analysis of the region's transformations.
In Atolls of the Maldives, the author delves into the intricate challenges that the Maldives faces today, particularly those stemming from climate change and tourism. This book goes beyond the idyllic image of a tropical paradise, shedding light on the significant social, cultural, economic, and environmental transformations that are reshaping the islands. Each chapter provides a comprehensive spatial analysis of these issues, offering readers a deeper understanding of the complexities at play.
The narrative invites readers to explore the unique human and environmental geography of the Maldives, an Indian Ocean archipelago that is both beautiful and vulnerable. Through the insights of geographers, political scientists, sociologists, geologists, biologists, and environmental policy experts, Atolls of the Maldives guides the audience through the intricate web of interrelations that define the islands. It highlights how these connections and disconnections impact the Maldivian society and landscape.
By weaving together various disciplines, the book presents a holistic view of the challenges faced by the Maldives. It encourages readers to reflect on the broader implications of climate change and tourism, not just for the Maldives, but for similar island nations around the world. Atolls of the Maldives serves as both a scholarly resource and an engaging read for anyone interested in understanding this extraordinary archipelago's unique geography and pressing issues.
It is exciting to see such a wide-ranging volume, bringing to the world the richness of a culture and country too often seen as being for only tourism and climate change vulnerability. From gender to water management and from energy to activism, the book builds up an important picture of a fascinating archipelago. -- Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health, University College London
This volume is a manifesto for collaboration, integration, dialectics and change. The contributions are based on transnational and transdisciplinary cooperation and building bridges: between nature and society, land and sea, tradition and modernity, and scientific and traditional knowledge. The book impressively demonstrates that thinking across divides inevitably leads to gains and that vulnerabilities are also linked to opportunities. It is a "must read" for all those who want to look beyond stereotypes – not only in the Maldives. -- Beate Ratter, Professor of Integrative Geography, University of Hamburg
Humans have habited the Maldives for over 2000 years; it’s history, people, way of life and rich traditions have been well studied. This book is timely and stands out by reviewing the contemporary issues surrounding the Maldives in terms of Atolls, reefs and islands and their sustainable use. The multi-faceted, dynamic interactions between humans and the atoll environment and modern emerging governance issues are well covered in this book. -- Abdulla Naseer, Minister of State, Ministry of Environment, Republic of the Maldives
ISBN: 9781786606617
Dimensions: 241mm x 160mm x 21mm
Weight: 553g
244 pages