The Food Industry in Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation

By David M. Haugen

Book Overview

This informative volume explores Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation through the lens of the food industry. Coverage includes: an examination of Schlosser's life as an investigative journalist; Schlosser's view of the food industry as demonstrated in his book; how investigative journalism can be viewed as literature; how Fast Food Nation has changed people's perspectives and actions; criticisms of Fast Food Nation and its message; and contemporary perspectives on the food industry with commentary on topics such as food regulations and movements.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737763825
• ISBN13: 9780737763829
• Release Date: November 2012
• Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 15 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 10 to 12