Black Market Food

Black Market Food delves into the shadowy world of the illegal food trade, revealing how consumer desires fuel a global network of food smuggling, impacting both conservation and international security. Discover the surprising motivations behind seeking out prohibited delicacies and the innovative techniques used to transport these goods across borders, circumventing regulations. The book highlights how this isn't just isolated incidents but a significant issue affecting endangered species and fragile ecosystems.

The book unfolds by first establishing the legal frameworks defining illegal foods, then exploring case studies with insights from law enforcement and conservationists. It examines the environmental impact, public health concerns, and global security implications of the black market. Through investigations into items like black market caviar from dwindling sturgeon populations and poached pangolins in Southeast Asia, Black Market Food demonstrates how consumer choices drive devastating consequences, blending true crime with food writing.

The book connects criminology, environmental science, economics, and public health, providing a comprehensive perspective on this complex issue and empowering readers to make informed choices. By understanding the criminal networks, ecological consequences, and economic incentives, readers gain insight into the hidden forces shaping our world.

© 2025 Publifye (ebook ): 9788235270085

traductores : AI

Fecha de lanzamiento

ebook : 11 de marzo de 2025