bridge_overbooked 's review for:

The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan

3.0

informative slow-paced

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This is one of those nonfiction books that I think is definitely worth a read & is one that I'll think about often, but one that wasn't always the most enjoyable to read. My first issue with it is that is promises to be "a natural history of four meals," which in my head was how it would be structured, but instead is organized in a bit of a jumbled way (I was picturing something that more closely resembles Pollan's Botany of Desire). My second issue is that he chose a WIDE scope for a book & I don't think he followed through on half of the items that he introduced or wanted to discuss. At the same time though, I don't know if I could have read a longer book from him. Maybe it's just me, maybe it's just this author, but I think this could have been better.

In The Omnivore’s Dilemma, the author explores the complexities of modern food systems by tracing the origins of four meals: industrial, organic, local, and foraged. He examines the ethical, environmental, and health consequences of how food is produced and consumed, highlighting the disconnection between consumers and the sources of their food. The book challenges readers to reconsider their food choices, advocating for greater awareness and sustainable practices.