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April 8, 2024European Review of Latin American and Caribbean Studies | Revista Europea de Estudios Latinoamericanos y del CaribeOpen Access

Andean meltdown; A climate ethnography of water, power, and culture in Peru

Armando Guevara Gil

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The research highlights the intricate relationship between water management and local power structures in Peru.
It reveals how climate change is transforming cultural practices and water rights in Andean communities.
The ethnographic approach provides deep insights into local experiences and adaptations to environmental changes.
Findings suggest that understanding cultural context is critical for addressing water-related challenges in the face of climate change.

Implication

This ethnography investigates the dynamics of water and power in Peru, indicating the impact of climate change on local culture.

Abstract

Andean meltdown; A climate ethnography of water, power, and culture in Peru, by Karsten Paerregaard, University of California Press, 2023

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Armando Guevara Gil (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68eb6f7ceea689731b300450 https://doi.org/10.32992/erlacs.11170

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