JOURNAL ARTICLE

Peoples of a Sonoran Desert Oasis: Recovering the Lost History and Culture of Quitobaquito. By Jared Orsi.

  • Published In: Western Historical Quarterly, 2025, v. 56, n. 3. P. 256 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Morris, Scott 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses "Peoples of a Sonoran Desert Oasis," a geographic microhistory that examines a specific desert oasis and the transnational forces influencing it. The author, through a detailed narrative, explores themes of colonialism, exclusion, and the interplay between human societies and natural systems over twelve thousand years. The work critiques the National Park Service's portrayal of national parks as uninhabited wilderness, highlighting the need for a more inclusive understanding of history and ecology. The book concludes by emphasizing the oasis's potential to honor Indigenous heritage and challenge visitors' perceptions of nature and culture. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Western Historical Quarterly. 2025/09, Vol. 56, Issue 3, p256
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0043-3810
  • DOI:10.1093/whq/whaf038
  • Accession Number:188503069
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