Food Geographies : Social, Political, and Ecological Connections

Omtale

This text introduces students to the main issues, theories, and methods related to the study of food from a geographic perspective. Concise and accessible, it provides an overview of key issues in the study of food and illustrates them with current examples from around the world. As the first textbook on this topic, it provides students with theoretical concepts and analytical approaches grounded in the subfields of geography, showcasing the integrative nature of the discipline and its unique ability to combine environmental and social perspectives. It encourages students to think critically about food systems and develop solutions to make them more sustainable and equitable.