Въведение
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Фигура 1: The cover of "Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World." The image depicts a banana textured with a world map, set against a deep blue background, symbolizing the global impact and journey of the fruit discussed within the book.
Ключови теми и съдържание
The book delves into several critical aspects of the banana's existence:
- Historical Journey: Tracing the banana's path from ancient origins, including theories about its role in the Garden of Eden, to its modern cultivation and distribution.
- Economic and Political Impact: Examination of the rise of "banana republics" in Central America and the influence of major corporations like Chiquita and Dole on global markets and local politics.
- Biological Vulnerabilities: Detailed discussion of the diseases, particularly Panama disease, that threaten banana crops worldwide, and the scientific efforts to develop resistant varieties.
- Future Outlook: Insights into the challenges and potential solutions for ensuring the continued availability of this staple fruit, including genetic engineering and sustainable farming practices.
Информация за автора
Dan Koeppel is an award-winning journalist specializing in science and nature. His work has appeared in prominent publications such as National Geographic, Навън, Сайънтифик Америкън, и С кабел. He has also discussed the subject of bananas on NPR's Свеж въздух и Science Friday.
Спецификации
| Атрибут | детайл |
|---|---|
| Заглавие | Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World |
| Автор | Dan Koeppel |
| Издател | Шлейф |
| Дата на публикуване | 30 декември 2008 г |
| език | английски |
| Дължина на печат | 304 страници |
| ISBN-10 | 9780452290082 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0452290082 |
| Тегло на артикула | 8.8 унции |
| Размери | 5.2 x 0.7 x 7.88 инча |
Допълнителна информация
For further reading and related topics, consider exploring works by other authors on agricultural history, global economics, and food science.
- Свързани теми: Crop science, agriculture industry, world history, business and economics.
- Bestseller Status: Ranked #1 in Crop Science and #16 in Agriculture Industry on Amazon.
поддръжка
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