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Fast Food Nation
The Dark Side of the All-American Meal
Book • 2023
In 'Fast Food Nation', Eric Schlosser delves into the history and operations of the fast food industry, revealing its significant impact on American culture, health, and labor practices.
The book explores the origins of fast food in California in the 1950s, the rise of chains like McDonald's, and the industry's manipulative marketing tactics, particularly aimed at children.
Schlosser also discusses the exploitative labor practices, the destruction of independent family farms, lax food safety standards, and the contribution to a national epidemic of obesity.
The book is based on extensive research and interviews with people involved in various aspects of the fast food industry, including workers, farmers, and health experts.
The book explores the origins of fast food in California in the 1950s, the rise of chains like McDonald's, and the industry's manipulative marketing tactics, particularly aimed at children.
Schlosser also discusses the exploitative labor practices, the destruction of independent family farms, lax food safety standards, and the contribution to a national epidemic of obesity.
The book is based on extensive research and interviews with people involved in various aspects of the fast food industry, including workers, farmers, and health experts.
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