The Omnivore’s Dilemma
Author: Michael Pollan
Providing an exploration of the American food industry, this book brings a fresh perspective to the question ‘what shall we have for dinner?’. It follows each food chain, tracing the provenance of everything consumed, and is useful for those who think about where their food comes from…..Read More
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