Geographies of Food: An Introduction by Moya Kneafsey, Damian Maye and Lewis Holloway is an English-language study book that focuses on contemporary food geography. This book is intended for higher-education students who are exploring food-related issues and the complex relationships between food, space, and society.
The study book analyzes the complex relationships that exist between food, place, and social processes within global food networks. It addresses current topics such as climate change, the depletion of natural resources, food security, and inequality, and provides insight into the influence of food across different geographical scales—from consumer behavior to world trade.
Geographies of Food contains more than 60 color images and uses international case studies to illustrate the versatility of contemporary food issues. It offers students an overview of both problems and potential solutions within the field of food and geography.
This textbook aligns with topics such as cultural studies, sustainable agriculture, the social sciences, and anthropology, and is essential for anyone concerned with the future of food and the complex relationships involved.