Sarah Strauss

Sarah Strauss is an environmental anthropologist and professor at the University of Wyoming, known for her research on climate change, water issues, and yoga's globalization. Her work explores the intersection of environmental consciousness, cultural practices, and social movements. Strauss has written extensively about the relationship between humans and their environment, with particular focus on how different cultures understand and respond to climate change. Her book "Weather, Climate, Culture" (co-edited with Ben Orlove) is considered an important contribution to environmental anthropology. Her research on yoga's global transformation from a localized Indian practice to a worldwide phenomenon has been influential in understanding cultural globalization. The book "Positioning Yoga: Balancing Acts Across Cultures" represents a significant analysis of yoga's evolution and its role in modern wellness culture. Strauss's fieldwork spans multiple continents, including extensive research in India and Switzerland, where she has studied cultural adaptations to environmental changes and the transformation of traditional practices in contemporary settings. She continues to contribute to academic discourse through her teaching, research, and publications on environmental and cultural anthropology.

Readers value Strauss's analytical approach to environmental and cultural subjects, particularly in academic settings. Her works serve as reference materials in anthropology and environmental studies courses. Liked: - Clear presentation of complex cultural-environmental connections - Thorough research methodology and fieldwork evidence - Balanced examination of yoga's cultural transformation - Academic rigor while maintaining accessibility Disliked: - Dense academic language can be challenging for non-specialists - Some readers note limited coverage of certain geographical regions - Higher price points for academic publications Ratings: - "Weather, Climate, Culture" maintains 4.2/5 on Google Scholar citations - "Positioning Yoga" averages 3.8/5 on academic review platforms - Citations in over 500 academic papers reflect scholarly impact One reader noted: "Strauss provides detailed ethnographic accounts without sacrificing scholarly depth." Another commented: "The technical writing style requires careful attention, but rewards persistence with valuable insights." [Note: Limited public review data exists as her works primarily target academic audiences]

Positioning Yoga: Balancing Acts Across Cultures An anthropological study examining yoga's transformation from a local Indian practice to a global phenomenon, based on fieldwork in India and Switzerland, analyzing how yoga adapts across different cultural contexts.

Weather, Climate, Culture (co-edited with Ben Orlove) An anthology exploring how different societies understand and respond to weather and climate change, featuring contributions from multiple researchers in environmental anthropology.

Kay Milton Her work on anthropological perspectives of environmentalism parallels Strauss's research on cultural responses to environmental changes. Milton's writings examine how different societies construct and understand their relationships with nature and the environment.

Ben Orlove His research focuses on how communities adapt to climate change and environmental challenges, particularly in mountain regions. Orlove's work combines anthropological methods with environmental science to study human-environment interactions.

Elizabeth Allison She studies the intersection of religion, ecology, and environmental movements across cultures. Her research examines how spiritual practices and environmental consciousness shape societal responses to climate change.

Joseph Alter His research on yoga and its transformation in modern India provides deep analysis of cultural globalization. Alter examines how traditional practices evolve and adapt when they move across cultural boundaries.

Anna Tsing Her work explores global connections and cultural flows, with emphasis on environmental and economic relationships. Tsing's research examines how local practices interact with global movements and environmental changes.