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YAHistory of Science series.
This is a wide-ranging look at the science of food, agriculture, health, and nutrition. Lanser takes a historical perspective on scientific inquiry in these fields, linking technological progress in areas such as food production and preservation with improvements in sanitation and health. The final chapters look to the future of GMOs. Historical and recent photographs and diagrams illustrate the concepts. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.