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Red Meat Republic
A Hoof-to-Table History of How Beef Changed America
Series: Histories of Economic Life
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Red Meat Republic reveals the complex history of exploitation and innovation behind the food we consume today.
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By the late nineteenth century, Americans, both rich and poor, had come to expect high-quality fresh beef with almost every meal. Beef production in the United States transformed from small-scale, localised operations to a highly centralised industry spanning the country.
This book tells the remarkable story of the violent conflict over who would reap the benefits of this new industry and who would bear its heavy costs. Joshua Specht brings to life a turbulent era marked by Indian wars, Chicago labour unrest, and food riots in the streets of New York.
A compelling and unfailingly enjoyable read, Red Meat Republic reveals the complex history of exploitation and innovation behind the food we consume today.
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Red Meat Republic has received substantial recognition, winning several prestigious awards and honours in various categories. It is celebrated for its insightful commentary on the American beef industry and its historical impact on society, earning both academic and popular accolades.
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ISBN: 9780691209180
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 October 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Illustration: 12 b/w illus. 2 maps
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Joshua Specht is assistant professor of history at the University of Notre Dame. Twitter @joshspecht
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