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James C. Scott

2026

A conceptual image contrasting two scenes: one side shows a rigid, uniform landscape of identical trees planted in neat rows or a street with identical shop signs, symbolizing state-imposed legibility and standardization. The other side depicts a vibrant, complex, and diverse natural forest or a bustling, unique marketplace, representing the organic complexity and 'mētis' that systems often diminish. A subtle visual element, like a resilient vine or an adaptive animal, bridges or highlights the tension between systemic order and inherent wisdom.

Legibility: Mētis Within the System of Standardized Households

15 June 2026·3445 words·17 mins

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