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What Your Food Ate
By Anne Bikle; David R Montgomery; Anne Biklé
£15.99
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Description
In What Your Food Ate, authors Anne Bikle and David R. Montgomery delve into the intricate relationship between our food and the health of the ecosystems that produce it. This thought-provoking exploration reveals how the soil, plants, and animals we consume are deeply interconnected with the environmental conditions they thrive in.
The Story
Bikle and Montgomery take readers on a journey through the science of agriculture, illustrating how modern farming practices have shaped not only the food we eat but also the very land it comes from. Through compelling anecdotes and rigorous research, they discuss the implications of nutrient depletion, soil degradation, and the importance of biodiversity in our food systems.
Why Readers Love It
- Engaging narrative style that combines personal stories with scientific insights.
- Illuminates the often-overlooked connection between health and farming practices.
- Encourages readers to reconsider their food choices and the broader impact on the planet.
Perfect For
This book is ideal for anyone interested in sustainability, environmental science, and the future of food. It resonates with readers of Growing a Revolution and The Hidden Half of Nature, as it expands upon the themes of soil health and ecological balance.
A must-read for those passionate about understanding where their food comes from and the implications of agricultural practices on human health and the environment.
Book details
- Authors
- Anne Bikle, David R Montgomery, Anne Biklé
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Publication date
- Format
- Paperback / softback
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN-13
- 9781324052104
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Science, Health & Wellness
- Dimensions
- 139 × 210 × 26 mm
- Weight
- 324 g
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