Japanese Whaling?: End of an Era Contributor(s): Kalland, Arne (Author), Moeran, Brian (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415588197 ISBN-13: 9780415588195 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Reference - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social |
Dewey: 338.372 |
Series: Routledge Library Editions: Japan |
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.18 lbs) 256 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book gives a social anthropological account of whaling culture in Japan. When originally published this was the first comprehensive account in English of the history of Japanese whaling, showing how it has given rise to a particular culture. The volume discusses what happens when that culture is threatened. At the same time as explaining the work organization of those involved in whaling, the role of whaling companies in local and national economies, and the role of the whale in the establishment and maintenance of local community identity (ritual, food, gift-giving), the authors address the wider political and so-called environmental issues surrounding whaling in general, and Japanese whaling in particular. |