Diet for a Small Planet
by Frances Moore Lappe
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Book Reviews of Diet for a Small Planet
Book Review: Diet for a Small Planet
Summary: 4 Stars
This is an awesome resource. I originally got it from the library, but couldn't finish it in time and wanted it as a future reference anyways. I'm still reading it and am learning so much about world hunger, my role in it, complete protein combinations, and everything in between. With that said, I haven't read the original version, but it seems as though the 20th anniversary edition has a bit too much editorializing for my taste. I would rather the book be written more "professionally" without all of the background information about what Frances Moore Lappe was thinking when she wrote each chapter and what was going on in her personal life. Just the same, I love this book and can't wait to finish it.Book Review: Everyday Use
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent introductory essay goes into nutritional reasons why meat is not necessary, followed by practical recipes for everyday use. For anyone who ever thought vegetarianism would take too much time and effort. Special attention is paid to getting enough protein and B vitamins-two of the reasons most often cited by those who claim they can't do without meat. Aside from issues of cruelty and health, eating meat is just a waste of our planet's limited resources. This book offers simple step-by-step instructions on how to minimize your "ecological footprint" without giving up taste.Book Review: More than I expected...
Summary: 4 Stars
I kind of expected more recipes and less info, but I'm glad I bought this. There is a lot of info for us beginner vegetarians regarding what foods to eat to get all the protein we need. I use this mostly as a reference when I have a question about my diet or about the weird foods I buy now. There are some pretty good recipes as well.Book Review: A classic vegetarian cookbook
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the cookbook that taught me how to balance my proteins and make my vegetarian meals filling and satisfying. A classic that I intend to always keep on hand. There are some great recipes in this book, but there are also some real duds.Book Review: Excellent source for comparing essential amino acids in foods
Summary: 5 Stars
I have found that using Ms. Lappe's numerous tables to compare the values of essential amino acids in our foods helped me achieve meals with the essential amino acids in correct combinations. This made maintaining a healthy diet easy.