Household Ecology

Focusing on the Kekchi Maya of Belize, the study explores how this community adapts to development challenges by forming innovative family structures. Wilk examines their agricultural practices, land use, and labor dynamics, highlighting their resilience in a rainforest environment. By contextualizing their experiences within historical ecological processes, he illustrates how household organization influences ecological change. The research critiques traditional economic models, advocating for a nuanced understanding of rural development that incorporates both global and local influences.