Przewalski's Horses in Eurasia: Pluralism in International Reintroduction Biology

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Przewalskis Horses in Eurasia draws on more than two years of ethnographic research to examine the reintroduction of Prezewalskis horsesa highly endangered breed that is a genetically distinct and distant relative of todays domesticated horsesinto their native habitats across Eurasia. Zukosky explores how pluralism in species reintroduction provides insights into the experiences, relationships, and knowledge required for future international collaborations to better capture the complexity of both nature and society in scientific practice. The book includes philosophical discussions of pluralism in narrative, ethnographic studies of biologists observations of changing horse behavior from European captive conditions to release in the wild in Asia, and ethnographic accounts of local non-scientists sentiments about the benefits and disadvantages of reintroduction in central Mongolia. Recommended for scholars of anthropology and biology.

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Przewalskis Horses in Eurasia is sophisticated but accessible, offering readers a rare firsthand account of conservation efforts and the human values that drive them. Zukoskys careful research and clear writing make this book an excellent choice for classroom use. -- Bryan Tilt, Oregon State University

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Michael L. Zukosky is associate professor of anthropology at Eastern Washington University.