People and Nature

People and Nature: An Introduction to Human Ecological Relations, 2nd Edition, is an introductory textbook examining global interactions among humans, culture, and the environment. Emilio F. Moran presents foundational theoretical concepts and key field research within environmental anthropology.

The volume integrates insights from anthropology, geography, ecology, and environmental studies. It explores critical issues such as climate change, demographic shifts, international labor flows, and the resource challenges of supporting a global population reaching ten billion people.

Written for first-time readers in the discipline, this edition highlights pathways toward a sustainable future by prioritizing community needs, cooperative trust, and methods for addressing past environmental damage.