Eric Schlosser

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/eric-schlosser

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1. When was Eric Schlosser born?August 17, 1959
2. Where was Eric Schlosser born?New York City, New York
3. What is Eric Schlosser known for?Investigative journalism and authorship of influential books examining American society
4. What is the key works?'Fast Food Nation' (2001), 'Reefer Madness' (2003), 'Command and Control' (2013)
5. What is the awards and recognition?Recipient of numerous awards for his journalistic and literary contributions
6. Who is Eric Schlosser?Eric Schlosser is a smart writer who looks into how food and other things work in our world.

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Industrial Agriculture: Large-scale farming practices focused on maximizing output through mechanization, chemical inputs, and monoculture.