Veggie Revolution: Smart Choices for a Healthy Body and a Healthy Planet

by Sadie Kneidel, Sally Kneidel, Sara Kate Kneidel

Proposes feasible and empowering steps for change, as well as simple and delicious vegetarian recipes. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 155591540X
• ISBN13: 9781555915407
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

A lively, well-researched, comprehensive resource

I have read many books on vegetarianism and the environment over the years, so I was pleasantly surprised that Veggie Revolution approaches these subjects in a new way -- very thought-provoking and well-documented but at the same time a fascinating read, never dry or boring. The authors are not just giving us information, they are telling a story! For one section of the book, the authors visited a number of farms of various sizes and types and interviewed farm workers, owners, and other professionals. The accounts of the farm visits are so vivid that I could imagine I was right there with the authors. Another thing that makes the book very interesting is that the authors put a human face on the farmers and other people who are quoted in the book; they do this by giving us a glimpse into their lives and their perspectives on the issues. It is impressive that the authors treat all of them with respect and consideration, whether the authors share their values and perspectives or not. All through the book the authors use a conversational tone that I found very engaging -- they are not talking down to me, but sharing important information as one would with a friend. The nutritional information is quite solid. I have learned a ton about nutrition over the past 35 years, as well as having been a vegetarian for the past 17 years, and I can say with assurance that the nutritional information in this book is right on the mark. The recipes are great! I especially like how the recipes can be made with ingredients that are readily available: most of them I already have in my pantry or refrigerator, and any that I don't have are readily available at my local grocery or farmer's market. The directions are easy to follow, and having options and notes on the recipes is very helpful. Throughout the book, the authors make a solid case for improving our diets as well as for supporting local farmers and working on all levels to take care of the earth. I strongly recommend Veggie Revolution for anyone who is not afraid to learn the truth about where our food comes from, how this impacts our lives and the future of the planet we live on, and what we can do to improve the situation both personally and globally.

Helpful, honest, and thorough

My husband picked up this book for our 17-year-old daughter who declared herself vegan in April. We had been having a hard time coming up with family meals that would satisfy everyone, but the recipes in this book have pleased even my picky 11-year-old. I've ended up reading the rest of it as well, and found it really interesting. The informational chapters are all too convincing - my husband and I are cutting back our meat intake as well. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone interested in vegetarianism or who is trying to understand a family member's choice. It's bolstered my daughter with new arguments and left us all better informed. I'm buying it for my sister-in-law for Christmas.

Very readable!

Veggie Revolution reads less like research and more like a personal journey to understand the meat industry, how it affects the animals, the environment, our communities and our health. It is full of helpful advice to readers who want to make a difference. I especially enjoyed the alternating voices of the mother/daughter authors as they shared their experiences and choices about food. Good section on vegetarian nutrition and cooking for the beginner.

Pass the potatoes please.

What an eye opener! We have got to change the manner in which we raise our food or else! This book makes the case with fascinating research and deeply insightful conclusions. The authors are obviously very passionate about their subject and have presented it in a very engaging way. It's terrific!

Great reporting

The authors present the most disturbing material in the gentlest, most matter-of-fact way. In reporting that digs deeper than a farmer's plow, they examine every alarming angle of our contemporary eating habits, yet inspire us with hope for change. Here is a feast of vegetarian recipes -- now you can grow younger, healthier and saner. Dannye Powell