Fast food nation the dark side of the allamerican meal audiobook by eric. The film, an international coproduction of the united states and the united kingdom, is loosely based on the schlossers bestselling 2001 nonfiction book. Fast food nation points the way but, to resurrect an old fast food slogan, the choice is yours. Fattening up a controversial article published in rolling stone in 1999, schlosser considers all the ways in which fast food has lessened. It thoroughly explains what happens at the slaughterhouses all over the country. Fast food nation is a groundbreaking work of investigation and cultural history that may change the way america thinks about the way it eats. Fast food nation by eric schlosser, read by rick adamson by prh. Fast food nation 2006 is an adaptation of the best selling book that examines the local and global influence of the united states fast food industry. In 2001, fast food nation was published to critical acclaim and became an international bestseller.
Now, because meat is distributed all over the nation, an outbreak of food poisoning in one town may indicate nation wide epidemic. The bitter truth about fast food books the guardian. Fast food nation is the kind of book that you hope young people read because it demonstrates far better than any social studies class the need for government regulation, the unchecked power of multinational corporations and the importance of our everyday decisions. Now, because meat is distributed all over the nation, an outbreak of food poisoning in one. Fast food nation the groundbreaking work of investigation and cultural history that has changed the way america thinks about the way it eats and spent nearly four months on the new york times bestseller list now available on cassette. The film was entered into the 2006 cannes film festival 11 before being released in north america on november 17, 2006 and in europe on march 23, 2007. Ive been juggling several books and have just now finished eric schlossers fast food nation, which i blogged about a while back. In command and control, he details explosions, false attack alerts and accidentally dropped. Fast food nation the dark side of the allamerican meal. Given my distaste for fast food and the general knowledge of its detrimental effect on the american diet, i didnt expect to find any revelations in fast food nation. Fast food nation is a book by eric schlosser, which uncovers the fast food industrys greed, unsanitary conditions, and almost.
The washington post schlosser is part essayist, part investigative journalist. A journalist explores the homogenization of american culture and the impact of the fast food industry on modernday health, economy, politics, popular culture, entertainment, and food production. Fast food nation by eric schlosser, read by rick adamson. The american way the first part, takes a historical view of the fast food business by analyzing its beginnings within postworld war ii america while meat and potatoes examines the specific mechanisms of the fastfood industry within a modern context as well as its influence. He has received a national magazine award and a sidney hillman foundation award for reporting. This is an industry that both feeds and feeds off the young. If supersize me is that what of how fast food is affecting us as society, fastfood nation is the how and why of what our streamlined feeding process has become and what it has done to our entire world.
Aug 10, 2001 given my distaste for fast food and the general knowledge of its detrimental effect on the american diet, i didnt expect to find any revelations in fast food nation. Fast food nation the groundbreaking work of investigation and cultural history that has changed the way america thinks about the way it eats and spent nearly four months on the new york times. Fast food nation is a 2006 comedydrama film directed by richard linklater and written by linklater and eric schlosser. Eric schlosser, author of fast food nation, spent six years researching americas nuclear weapons. To a degree both engrossing and alarming, the story of fast food is the story of postwar america.
Jul, 2017 ten years after his seminal book fast food nation, eric schlosser reflects on how little has changed in the production, safety, and consumption in americabut why hes still hopeful. Ten years after his seminal book fast food nation, eric schlosser reflects on how little has changed in the production, safety, and consumption in americabut why hes still hopeful. First serialized by rolling stone in 1999, the book has drawn comparisons to upton sinclairs 1906 muckraking novel the jungle. For more on the relationship between lowwage workers and the fastfood industry see barbara ehrenreichs nickel and dimed. Moreover, there is a classelement at stake in fastfood consumption. Schlosser writes that this is a book about fast food, the values it embodies, and the world it has made.
Colorados front range, or a group of cities including denver, colorado. This chapter opens with an anecdote about the largest recall of food in the nations history. Every day in the united states, 200, 000 people are sickened by a food borne disease. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or. New york times bestseller schlosser has a flair for dazzling scenesetting and an arsenal of startling facts.
Fast food nation by eric schlosser, introductionchapter 4. Fast food nation can be connected to the book the jungle by upton sinclair. Organization of fast food nation point of viewtone i thought that the author made a good choice in his point of view because it seemed very credible because he has done all the research and then wrote. It has scenes of sex, violence, drug use and animal slaughter. Fast food nation by eric schlosser on free audio book download.
I couldnt resist sharing two powerful quotes found toward the end of the book something to keep in mind if you tend to hit the fast food joints on the weekend as an easy out to making something at home. He vows to trace the impact of fast food companies both backward and forward in the food chainfrom the farmers who raise steer and grow potatoes, to the agribusinesses that process the food, to the restaurants like mcdonalds that sell it, to the consumers who eat it. The fast food nation lesson plan contains a variety of teaching materials that cater to all learning styles. Fast food nation points the way but, to resurrect an old fast food slogan, the choice is. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial.
During my research for the book, i ate an enormous amount of fast food. Jan 30, 2001 despite such melodramatic lapses, fast food nation provides the reader with a vivid sense of how fast food has permeated contemporary life and a fascinating and sometimes grisly account of. In this expose, awardwinning journalist eric schlosser explores the effects of the american fast food industry on global health, labor conditions, and the environment. Fast food nation the groundbreaking work of investigation and cultural history that has changed the way america thinks about the way it eats and spent nearly four months on the new york.
The dark side of the allamerican meal is a 2001 book written by investigative journalist eric schlosser that examines the local and global influence of the united states fast food industry. Guide to eric schlossers fast food nation audiobook eureka. An ensemble piece examining the health risks involved in the fast food industry. The dark side of the allamerican meal, is a thoughtprovoking, researchbased account of the rise of the fast food industry and the resulting consequences of the drive for lowcost, rapidly prepared meals. In command and control, he details explosions, false attack alerts and accidentally dropped bombs. An ensemble piece examining the health risks involved in the fast food industry and its environmental and social consequences as well. Fast food nation is as relevant today as it was a decade ago. In 1997 approximately 35 million pounds of ground beef was recalled by hudson foods because a strain of e coli was found in the food. Fast food nation audiobook abridged listen instantly. With greg kinnear, bruce willis, catalina sandino moreno, wilmer valderrama.
Thus far in the book, schlosser has focused on specific people in specific locations colorado springs, greeley, etc. Why does it make you sick fat tired taste so good 2001 duration. Fast food nation is rated r under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Schlosser clearly demonstrates that this industry alone has been. Fast food is heavily marketed to children and prepared by people who are barely older than children. Based on the controversial bestselling novel, fast food nation is a provocative drama that cleverly depicts the lives of several intermingled characters who are all linked to the potentially perilous and. Inside youll find 30 daily lessons, 20 fun activities, 180 multiple.
Its not only a critique of fast food, the chemicals we are ingesting and the. I have still not eaten at a fast food place since reading this book. Despite such melodramatic lapses, fast food nation provides the reader with a vivid sense of how fast food has permeated contemporary life and a fascinating and sometimes grisly. Most important connections appeal fast food nation audience occasion texttotext. Schlosser ends the book not in the american context, but abroad, with an examination of how fastfood culture impact the rest of the globe. That is one of the main reasons people buy fast food. Often lowwage workers, relegated to kitchenless hotel rooms have limited food options. Kind of funny that i found this book in 5th grade because my teacher read it to us. In 1998 schlosser wrote an investigative piece on the fast food industry for rolling stone. The dark side of the allamerican meal, is a thoughtprovoking, researchbased account of the rise of the fast food industry and the resulting consequences of the drive for lowcost. Based on the controversial bestselling novel, fast food nation is a provocative drama that cleverly depicts the lives of several intermingled characters who are all linked to the potentially perilous and corrupt fast food industry. Organization of fast food nation point of viewtone i thought that the author made a good choice in his point of view because it seemed very credible because he has done all the research and then wrote about it. Eric schlosser begins his account of the american fast food industry by focusing on one region of the united states in particular.
Jan 17, 2001 fast food nation is a fascinating and very readable book. Fast food nation chapter 10 study guide thebestnotes. A preeminent scientist and the worlds most prominent atheist asserts the irrationality of belief in god, and the grievous harm religion has inflicted on society, from the crusades to 911. The dark side of the allamerican meal audiobook written by eric schlosser. Fast food nation goodreads meet your next favorite book. Find summaries for every chapter, including a fast food nation chapter summary chart to help you understand the book. The dark side of the allamerican meal and millions of other books are available for instant access. He visited fast food restaurants, he visited meatpacking plants, and. Its not only a critique of fast food, the chemicals we are ingesting and the health problems we are facing, it is also critical of a system that allows exploitation of young, old and immigrant workers, and of the suburban sprawl. The dark side of the allamerican meal was a factual expose a passionate, crusading, factual expose designed to alert. Eric schlossers expose revealed how the fast food industry has altered the landscape of america, widened the gap between rich and poor, fueled an epidemic of obesity, and transformed food production throughout the world. Schlosser has a flair for dazzling scenesetting and an arsenal of startling facts. The dark side of the allamerican meal audiobook by eric schlosser. These citations may not conform precisely to your selected citation style.
Fast food nation chapter 9 study guide thebestnotes. Inside youll find 30 daily lessons, 20 fun activities, 180 multiple choice questions, 60 short essay questions, 20 essay questions, quizzeshomework assignments, tests, and more. Though created by a handful of mavericks, the fast food industry. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Fast food nation is the kind of book that you hope young people read because it demonstrates far better than any social studies class the need for government regulation, the unchecked power of. The jungle is a book about the lives of immigrant workers in the u. What began as a twopart article for the magazine turned into a groundbreaking book. Prior to the rise of large meatpacking plants, people would become ill from bad food in small, localized arenas. Aug 11, 2014 eric schlosser, author of fast food nation, spent six years researching americas nuclear weapons. During the two years spent researching this book, i ate an enormous amount of fast food. Book details view book information and add to the bookshelf. Eric investigates on the different locations where food is prcessed and learns how everything started in the business or in the world.
Fast food nation is a fine piece of muckraking, alarming without being alarmist. Fast food nation audiobook free fast food nation audiobooks. Schlosser settles on germany for the reasons he explainsbecause, in many ways, the two german states in the second half of the 20th century represent two different cultural attitudes, capitalist and socialist, regarding the relationship between the. However, by the time the beef was recalled, 25 million pounds had already been eaten. The american way the first part, takes a historical view of the fast food business by analyzing its. The film, an international coproduction of the united states and the united kingdom, is loosely based on the schlossers bestselling 2001 nonfiction book fast food nation. Fast food nation points the way but, to resurrect an old fast food slogan, the. Most of all, i am concerned about its impact on the nations children. In some ways it reminds me of upton sinclairs the jungle. Fast food is certainly ripe for this perspective because it is a chief american export. Fast food nation is a fascinating and very readable book. The dark side of the allamerican meal from the worlds largest community of readers. I couldnt resist sharing two powerful quotes found toward the end of the book.