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Contrasting the prevailing theories of the evolution of agriculture, the author argues that the practice of smallholding is more efficient and less environmentally degrading than that of industrial agriculture which depends heavily on fossil fuel, chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.

He presents a convincing case for his argument with examples taken from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, and demonstrates that there are fundamental commonalities among smallholder cultures.

Smallholders, Householders is a detailed and innovative analysis of the agricultural efficiency and conservation of resources practiced around the world by smallholders.



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"A magnificent work of scholarly synthesis. His book will long remain essential reading for all who claim an interest in debates about agrarian change." -- The Geographical Journal

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      Publisher: Stanford University Press
      Publication Date: 01/09/1993
      ISBN13: 9780804721028, 978-0804721028
      ISBN10: 0804721025
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Contrasting the prevailing theories of the evolution of agriculture, the author argues that the practice of smallholding is more efficient and less environmentally degrading than that of industrial agriculture which depends heavily on fossil fuel, chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.

      He presents a convincing case for his argument with examples taken from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, and demonstrates that there are fundamental commonalities among smallholder cultures.

      Smallholders, Householders is a detailed and innovative analysis of the agricultural efficiency and conservation of resources practiced around the world by smallholders.



      Trade Review
      "A magnificent work of scholarly synthesis. His book will long remain essential reading for all who claim an interest in debates about agrarian change." -- The Geographical Journal

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