This collection of studies examines the relationship between indigenous knowledge and development, over a wide range of geographical regions and of topics. Throughout the volume, the emphasis is on the necessity for development planners to take into account the accumulated knowledge and traditional skills and technology of the people among whom they work. The contributors are mostly social or cultural anthropologists, but other disciplines are also represented - geography, agricultural economics, political science, education and agronomy. All authors have made extensive and detailed micro-level studies; many base their contributions on their own specific fieldwork. Regional emphasis is strongest for tropical Africa, with some examination of Latin America, and of other areas. Agriculture and livestock are the main topic of interests, with some studies of health and education. The book is divided into three parts, the first consisting of case-studies, the second including consideration of techniques and approaches, and the third dealing with general and theoretical aspects. Several of the papers have already been published as journal articles.