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Should We All Be Vegan?

A primer for the 21st century
Series: The Big Idea
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Should We All Be Vegan? by Molly Watson is an engaging exploration of the ethical, environmental, and health considerations surrounding the vegan lifestyle. The book delves into philosophical and psychological perspectives, questioning the impacts of dietary choices on the planet and personal well-being. It provides a balanced view that encourages readers to ponder the broader implications of their food choices.
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This book may appeal to you if you're exploring the philosophical and psychological dimensions of dietary choices, particularly veganism. It provides thoughtful insights into the ethical, environmental, and health implications of adopting a plant-based lifestyle. Whether you're a committed vegan or simply curious, it offers a balanced examination of the reasons people choose this path.

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An insightful look at the arguments for and against universal adoption of a vegan diet and lifestyle.

An insightful look at the arguments for and against universal adoption of a vegan diet and lifestyle.

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The Big Idea shortlisted for series design in the British Design and Production Awards

As concern grows over the environmental costs and ethical implications of intensive factory farming, an increasing number of us are embracing diets and lifestyles free from animal products. Has the time now arrived for us all to reject the exploitation of animals completely and become vegan?

Would adopting a wholly plant-based diet be beneficial for our health? How would a majority vegan population affect the global economy and the planet? Does it make any sense to go flexitarian or vegetarian?

Molly Watson explores the history, rationale and impact of veganism on an individual, social and global level, and assesses the effects of a mass change in diet on our environment, the economy and our health.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500295038

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 September 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 186 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Edited by Matthew Taylor

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Molly Watson is the editor-in-chief of Edible Communities, the flagship website for a network of more than 80 magazines dedicated to telling the stories of local, sustainable food systems around the USA and Canada. She has a long list of publishing credits, including The New York Times, the Washington Post, the San Francisco Chronicle, Elle, Sunset and the Best Food Writing series, as well as two plant-centric cookbooks. She has also worked with a wide variety of companies, from Uber to Kashi and MyFitnessPal. She has a PhD in European history from Stanford University.

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