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Routledge Meat: A Natural Symbol - Anthropology and Sociology

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Explore the complex relationship between humans and food with Meat: A Natural Symbol by Routledge. This provocative study examines the deep-seated human passion for meat and the cultural reasons behind our dietary choices. It provides answers to fundamental questions about why certain animals are consumed while others are not, and why the trend toward vegetarianism continues to grow. This book looks at the social and biological boundaries that define our eating habits, including why cannibalism is excluded from human society. It also addresses modern concerns regarding how meat consumption relates to environmental destruction. Perfect for readers interested in anthropology, sociology, and the social sciences, this text offers a broad-ranging look at how meat functions as a powerful cultural symbol in our world.

Key Features

Examines the human passion for meat through a broad-ranging and provocative study.

Explores the social reasons why we choose to eat some animals but not others.

Analyzes the rising trend of vegetarianism and its impact on modern society.

Investigates the cultural boundaries that prevent human cannibalism.

Addresses the connection between meat consumption and environmental destruction.

Provides deep insights for readers interested in anthropology and sociology.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
23 July 2015
Listed Since
07 July 2014

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