“Me and the folks who buy my food are like the Indians -- we just want to opt out. That's all the Indians ever wanted -- to keep their tepees, to give their kids herbs instead of patent medicines and leeches. They didn't care if there was a Washington, D.C., or a Custer or a USDA; just leave us alone. But the Western mind can't bear an opt-out option. We're going to have to refight the Battle of the Little Big Horn to preserve the right to opt out, or your grandchildren and mine will have no choice but to eat amalgamated, irradiated, genetically prostituted, barcoded, adulterated fecal spam from the centralized processing conglomerate.”
Quote by Michael Pollan
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The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Michael Pollan investigates the complex relationships between food, culture, and the environment through an in-depth analysis of the ingredients and processes involved in four distinct meals. The book delves into the history, science, and ethics of food production, offering a critical examination of the modern food system and its impact on health, sustainability, and society. more
Author
Michael Pollan
Michael Pollan is an American author renowned for his insightful views on food, agriculture, and culture. His work explores the impact of the modern food industry on health, the environment, and society, as well as the necessity of sustainable food systems. more
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