Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American MealA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The jaw-dropping exposé on how America's fast food industry has shaped the landscape of America. This fascinating study reveals how the fast food industry has altered the landscape of America, widened the gap between rich and poor, fueled an epidemic of obesity, and transformed food production throughout the world. Eric Schlosser inspires readers to look beneath the surface of our food system, consider its impact on society and, most of all, think for themselves. This book has changed the way millions of people think about what they eat and helped to launch today’s food movement. |
Contents
Your Trusted Friends | |
Behind the Counter | |
Success | |
Why the Fries Taste Good | |
On the Range | |
Cogs in the Great Machine | |
The Most Dangerous | |
Whats in the Meat | |
Global Realization | |
Have it Your | |
Afterword | |
Photo Credits | |
Bibliography | |
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