Author: Michael Pollan
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9781594204210
Language: English
Publish Date: 23/04/2013
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Barbecue, the original and simplest form of cooking Chapter 3Boiling, a more civilized form of cooking Chapter 4Baking, a qualitative leap for civilization Chapter 5Summary & Review Brief Answers to the Big Questions
Listening to the summary audiobook of "Cooked" by Michael Pollan offers a concise yet insightful exploration of the transformative power of food and cooking in our lives. Pollan delves into the fundamental elements of cooking—fire, water, air, and earth—illustrating how these practices not only nourish our bodies but also connect us to culture, community, and nature. A summary audiobook provides key takeaways and inspiration from Pollan’s well-researched theories, making it an accessible way to engage with his ideas and appreciate the art of cooking in a busy world.
Michael Pollan is one of the leading food authors in the US. His works have won the James Beard Award or "the Oscars of cooking" many times. In 2009, he was recognized by Newsweek as a top 10 "New Thought Leader." Also, in 2010, TIME magazine named him as one of the world’s 100 most influential people. As well as Cooked, his books, The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, and Food Rules: An Eater's Manual have become classics of food writing.
- In 'Cooked', Michael Pollan explores the transformative power of cooking, emphasizing that the act of preparing food is a deeply humanizing experience that connects us to nature and culture. By engaging with food through elemental cooking techniques like boiling, roasting, and baking, we reclaim control over our diets and lives.
- Pollan illustrates how cooking can serve as an antidote to the industrial food system that dominates modern diets, promoting convenience over quality. By encouraging readers to embrace the art of cooking, he advocates for healthier, more sustainable eating habits that foster well-being and community.
- The book highlights the importance of fermentation as a vital process in cooking that not only preserves food but also enhances its flavor and nutritional value. By turning to age-old methods of food preparation, Pollan champions a return to traditional practices that enrich our culinary experiences and health.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
Author: Michael Pollan
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9781594204210
Language: English
Publish Date: 23/04/2013
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Barbecue, the original and simplest form of cooking Chapter 3Boiling, a more civilized form of cooking Chapter 4Baking, a qualitative leap for civilization Chapter 5Summary & Review Brief Answers to the Big Questions
Why the West Rules—for Now
Listening to the summary audiobook of "Cooked" by Michael Pollan offers a concise yet insightful exploration of the transformative power of food and cooking in our lives. Pollan delves into the fundamental elements of cooking—fire, water, air, and earth—illustrating how these practices not only nourish our bodies but also connect us to culture, community, and nature. A summary audiobook provides key takeaways and inspiration from Pollan’s well-researched theories, making it an accessible way to engage with his ideas and appreciate the art of cooking in a busy world.
Michael Pollan is one of the leading food authors in the US. His works have won the James Beard Award or "the Oscars of cooking" many times. In 2009, he was recognized by Newsweek as a top 10 "New Thought Leader." Also, in 2010, TIME magazine named him as one of the world’s 100 most influential people. As well as Cooked, his books, The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, and Food Rules: An Eater's Manual have become classics of food writing.
- In 'Cooked', Michael Pollan explores the transformative power of cooking, emphasizing that the act of preparing food is a deeply humanizing experience that connects us to nature and culture. By engaging with food through elemental cooking techniques like boiling, roasting, and baking, we reclaim control over our diets and lives.
- Pollan illustrates how cooking can serve as an antidote to the industrial food system that dominates modern diets, promoting convenience over quality. By encouraging readers to embrace the art of cooking, he advocates for healthier, more sustainable eating habits that foster well-being and community.
- The book highlights the importance of fermentation as a vital process in cooking that not only preserves food but also enhances its flavor and nutritional value. By turning to age-old methods of food preparation, Pollan champions a return to traditional practices that enrich our culinary experiences and health.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
