Agricultural Involution: The Processes of Ecological Change in Indonesia: By Clifford Geertz, Oakland: University of California Press, 2023. 196 pp.

The article discusses the reissue of Clifford Geertz's influential work, *Agricultural Involution: The Processes of Ecological Change in Indonesia*, which examines the complex relationships between ecology, culture, and economics in Indonesia, particularly in the context of Dutch colonialism and its lasting impacts. Geertz introduces the concept of "agricultural involution," describing how increased labor within static agricultural systems leads to socioeconomic stagnation, a theme that remains relevant in contemporary discussions about sustainability and inequality. The text highlights the differences between Indonesia's wet-rice and swidden agricultural systems, illustrating how cultural practices are shaped by ecological constraints. It emphasizes the ongoing challenges of rural poverty and environmental degradation, linking historical insights to modern issues in resource management and agricultural practices. [Extracted from the article]