Little Red Barns : Hiding the Truth, from Farm to Fable.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Potter, Will.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Potter, Will, 1980-.

Potter, Will.

Factory farms.

Animal welfare--Law and legislation.

Animal welfare.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (394 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

San Francisco : City Lights Books, 2025.

Summary:

Will Potter's 'Little Red Barns' is an investigative exposé on the hidden realities of factory farming and its wide-ranging impacts. The book critiques the romanticized depictions of farming in popular culture, contrasting these with the harsh truths of industrialized agriculture. Potter examines the moral, ethical, and environmental ramifications of factory farming, including its treatment of animals, exploitation of workers, and contribution to climate change. He delves into the legal and political frameworks that protect these industries, such as 'ag-gag' laws that suppress whistleblowers and activists. The book connects factory farming to broader societal issues, including authoritarianism and the dehumanization of marginalized groups. With a blend of personal narrative, investigative journalism, and historical context, Potter aims to shed light on these concealed practices and advocate for greater transparency and empathy. The intended audience includes readers interested in animal rights, environmental justice, and ethical food production. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

0-87286-915-6

OCLC:

1525618726