Food: A Very Short Introduction

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Author	: John Krebs
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Total Pages	: 145
Release	: 2013-09-26
ISBN-10	: 9780199661084
ISBN-13	: 0199661081
Rating	: 4/5 (84 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis Food: A Very Short Introduction by : John Krebs

Book excerpt: Drawing on a mixture of science and history, Prof Lord John Krebs looks at the development of food and the four great transitions that affected the way we eat. From issues such as the obesity crisis and sustainable agriculture to food scares and the role of new technologies, Krebs provides a fascinating exploration of the history of human food.

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