LAS RELACIONES SOCIEDAD – NATURALEZA DESDE LAS PERSPECTIVAS DE AUTORES FRANCESES

Abstract

Placing research on the Society - Nature articulations at the center, a brief account of the main works of French authors in Latin America from the 16th to the 21st century is made. It’s noted that most of the French research on this subject has been carried out in Africa, Asia and Oceania, but those that have been carried out in our region are also highlighted, especially in recent decades, from two leading institutions, the National Museum of Natural History-Museum of Man and the College of France. The purposes of this essay are: a) provide information on the theoretical-methodological perspectives that various French authors have developed, to contribute to their knowledge by researchers and students in our region, b) maintain an academic and exchange dialogue with one of the most interesting trends or schools in the field of Society-Nature studies, c) stimulate Latin American thought based on our own background, realities and perspectives, but open to dialogue and encouragement of the diversity of existing academic communities. Research and work on the subject mentioned, carried out together with the indigenous peoples, afro-descendants, peasants, fishermen, artisans and shepherds of Latin America are very important for the continuity of biocultural diversity and to face climate change, which is why they must be promoted and renewed with diverse perspectives. If this essay stimulates the own thinking, its purpose will have been fulfilled.