Books matching: food contamination
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Save:'Toxin' by Robin Cook is a gripping medical thriller that delves into the dark side of the food industry. The plot revolves around the dangers of food contamination, particularly focusing on E. coli outbreaks and the risks associated with consuming meat and fast food. The story is filled with suspense, tragedy, and excitement, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Robin Cook's writing style is described as graphic, detailed, and accurate, providing a realistic portrayal of the food industry and its potential hazards.
The sky was an immense, inverted bowl of gray clouds that arched from one flat horizon to the other. It was the kind of sky that hovered over the American Midwest. In the summer the ground would be aw... - #2
Save:In 'Famine' by Graham Masterton, a terrifying scenario unfolds as a mysterious blight spreads through crops across America, leading to a nationwide food crisis. The novel delves into themes of corruption, conspiracy, and the collapse of society as the protagonist, Ed Hardesty, struggles to navigate a world on the brink of disaster. Masterton weaves a gripping tale of survival, violence, and moral decay, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with a well-crafted plot and a writing style that balances suspense and horror.
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Save:Brother in the Land is a post-apocalyptic novella that follows the life of Danny, a teenage boy, and his 7-year-old brother, Ben, in the aftermath of World War III. The book portrays a desolate world where nuclear weapons have destroyed civilization, leaving England in ruins. Danny narrates the grim struggle for survival, including dealing with radiation sickness, a corrupt military government, and the harsh realities of society after the bombs. The writing style is described as dark, realistic, and mature, not shying away from the terrifying consequences of a nuclear holocaust.
The novel delves into themes of human nature, survival, and resilience in the face of despair. It explores the relationships between characters like Ben, Danny's younger brother, who provides a source of hope in their bleak reality, and Kim, whose budding romance with Danny contrasts the monotonous days of desolation. The book also introduces a new language with invented names for survivor groups, adding depth to the post-apocalyptic setting and highlighting the beginning of a new society amidst the ruins.
It was a hot day in the summer holidays. People kept coming in the shop for ice-cream and lollies and coke. We lived in Skipley, behind the shop, open seven days a week and the bell drove you daft. I’... - #4
Save:'The Poison Squad: One Chemist's Single-Minded Crusade for Food Safety at the Turn of the Twentieth Century' by Deborah Blum is a gripping account of Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley's relentless fight for food safety in the United States during a time of rampant food adulteration and corruption. Through the Poison Squad, a group of volunteers conducting human experiments, Wiley exposed the deadly practices of food manufacturers and the indifferent government, ultimately leading to the creation of the Food and Drug Administration. Blum's narrative style vividly portrays the era of industrial revolution and the challenges faced by Wiley and his team in their quest for consumer protection.
The sixth of seven children, Harvey Washington Wiley was born on April 16, 1844, in a log cabin on a small farm in Kent, Indiana, about a hundred miles northeast of the farm where Abraham Lincoln had ... 'Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster' by Svetlana Alexievich is a collection of oral histories surrounding the Chernobyl disaster, chronicling the events and aftermath through interviews with individuals who experienced the tragedy firsthand. The stories depict the devastating impact on people's lives, from those who were evacuated to those who moved into contaminated areas, soldiers sent in to clean up, and family members affected by radiation poisoning and birth defects. The narratives offer a poignant insight into the human experiences, emotions, and memories tied to the Chernobyl disaster, capturing the horrors and heroism of those involved.
The writing style of 'Voices from Chernobyl' is described as emotional, powerful, and haunting, presenting the oral stories without comment or context, allowing the voices of the survivors to speak for themselves. delves into the personal accounts of individuals affected by the disaster, portraying a vivid and tragic image of the accident and its long-lasting consequences. The stories are presented in a raw, unfiltered manner, offering a multi-layered perspective on the events surrounding Chernobyl and highlighting the resilience and struggles of those who lived through the catastrophe.
I suddenly started wondering about what’s better—to remember or to forget? I asked my friends. Some have forgotten, others don’t want to remember, because we can’t change anything anyway, we can’t eve...'Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal' by Eric Schlosser is a well-researched and compelling exposé on the fast food industry in the United States. The book delves into the social, economic, and health consequences brought about by the rise of fast food, exploring topics such as the treatment of workers in meatpacking plants, the impact on public health, and the environmental implications of mass-produced food. Schlosser's narrative style weaves together facts, stories, and insights, painting a vivid and disturbing picture of the fast food industry and its far-reaching effects on society.
CARL N. KARCHER is one of the fast food industry’s pioneers. His career extends from the industry’s modest origins to its current hamburger hegemony. His life seems at once to be a tale by Horatio Alg...
