Bringing It To The Table: Writings On Farming And Food (2009) - Plot & Excerpts
I was going to rate this two stars, but it finally had part of what I was seeking on the 232nd page out of 234 pages. The first 1/2 of this book explains repeatedly the problem with big business farms. I'm well acquainted with the problems. So glad the subject changed.The next 1/3 of the book told how great small farms are. I appreciate this, but this I already know.The last portion shared how people look at food. Finally, near the last page was what I was seeking: solutions for changing the problem. Except they were only for individuals. Nothing on how to improve the situation of getting large farms to become better managed or smaller farms. For that neglect, I was very disappointed. If there's a problem, please seek a solution. Don't keep beating a long dead and stinking horse. This book is great in all its three distinct sections. Berry outlines the plight of the family farm in an age of industrialization and the rise of monocultures. Bringing land, food production, the farm's husband, and livestock as the community of soil is a healing image. We can change the way we're going. Finishing off part 3 - fictional short stories and excerpts from his novels revolving around meals (as opposed to merely eating) - Berry offers very practical answers to the constant question of the urban dweller...what can we do?
What do You think about Bringing It To The Table: Writings On Farming And Food (2009)?
Really enjoyed it and wish more people subscribed to Berry's way of thinking.
—andreachn
A good selection of Berry writings on farming, farmers, and food.
—AAK
A collection of essays on farming, farms, and food.
—Ayesha
