Living in a Lean-To

Explore the intricate world of the Agta, a traditional hunter-gatherer society residing in the lush tropical rainforests of northeastern Luzon, Philippines, in Living in a Lean-To by Nevin K. Rai. This compelling ethnographic study, published by The University of Michigan Press in 1990, spans 184 pages and provides a poignant examination of a community grappling with the challenges of social change and environmental destruction.

Through insightful case studies, Rai captures the struggles of the Agta as they navigate the pressures of modernity encroaching upon their ancestral lands. With a foreword by renowned anthropologist Karl L. Hutterer, this book offers a vital perspective on the complexities of social conditions faced by indigenous peoples. Ideal for those interested in ethnology, sociology, and the impact of external forces on traditional lifestyles, Living in a Lean-To is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the resilience of the Agta and the broader implications for similar communities worldwide.