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OverviewThis book is an interdisciplinary primer on critical thinking and effective action for the future of our global agrifood system, based on an understanding of the system's biological and sociocultural roots. Key components of the book are a thorough analysis of the assumptions underlying different perspectives on problems related to food and agriculture around the world and a discussion of alternative solutions. David Cleveland argues that combining selected aspects of small-scale traditional agriculture with modern scientific agriculture can help balance our biological need for food with its environmental impact-and continue to fulfill cultural, social, and psychological needs related to food. Balancing on a Planet is based on Cleveland's research and engaging teaching about food and agriculture for more than three decades. It is a tool to help students, faculty, researchers, and interested readers understand debates about the current crisis and alternatives for the future. Full Product DetailsAuthor: David A. ClevelandPublisher: University of California Press Imprint: University of California Press Volume: 46 Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.771kg ISBN: 9780520277410ISBN 10: 0520277414 Pages: 352 Publication Date: 20 December 2013 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsCleveland's new book is essential reading for all who are interested in change, since understanding how we got into this mess is important for identifying ways to get out of it. -- Charles R. Clement Economic Botany Cleveland's new book is essential reading for all who are interested in change, since understanding how we got into this mess is important for identifying ways to get out of it. -- Charles R. Clement Economic Botany 20141201 Author InformationDavid A. Cleveland is Professor of Environmental Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is a human ecologist whose research and teaching are on small-scale, sustainable agriculture. He has worked with farmers around the world, including in Ghana, Mexico, Zuni, Hopi, Pakistan, and the United States. He is currently researching the potential benefits of agrifood system localization on climate change, nutrition, and food sovereignty. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |