39 pages 1 hour read

Eric Schlosser

Fast Food Nation

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation receives acclaim for its investigative depth and accessible writing, offering a thorough critique of the fast food industry’s impact on health, labor, and culture. Critics praise its compelling narrative and research rigor. However, some find its tone overly alarming and biased. Overall, it’s an eye-opening read that may provoke important discussions on food ethics.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Fast Food Nation?

Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser suits readers keen on investigative journalism, food industry critiques, and social justice. Fans of Upton Sinclair's The Jungle or Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma will appreciate its in-depth analysis of the fast food industry's impact on health, economy, and culture.

Recommended

Reading Age

16-18years

Lexile Level

1240L

Book Details

Topics
Food
Sociology
Education
Genre
Education
Journalism
Themes
Natural World: Food
Society: Economics
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed