How to Feed the World

The History and Future of Food

Autori

• Vaclav Smil

Parametri

• 336 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Ecologia e Ambiente
• Giardinaggio & Coltivazione
• Teoria e storia della scienza

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The book provides a comprehensive analysis of global food production and consumption, addressing the urgent need to feed a growing population sustainably. It challenges common misconceptions about food sources and dietary impacts on the planet. Smil explores critical questions, such as the paradox of food production and undernourishment, food waste, and the feasibility of a vegan diet for global health. By examining the history of food systems, he offers data-driven insights and solutions to reform the flawed global food system, aiming to balance human needs with environmental sustainability.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2025

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