Rekindling the Flames: Centuries of Fire Management Wisdom of Women in Central Italy
Exploring the Forgotten Role of Women and Shepherds in Shaping Fire-Resilient Landscapes
In the heart of Central Italy lies a region steeped in history, where the whispers of the past offer invaluable insights into the present challenges of wildfire management. Environmental anthropologist from my Alma matter, University of California, Santa Cruz Professor Andrew Mathews has embarked on a journey1 through time, unraveling the untold stories of peasant women and shepherds who once wielded the power to tame the flames.
