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La Va Campesina: Globalization And The Power Of Peasants-used
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Essential Reading For All Those Who Seek To Understand The Worldwide Opposition To Neoliberal Globalisation And The Social And Environmental Destruction Wrought By Industrial Agriculture. The Hopes That Have Propelled Peasants And Small Farmers To Crossborder Unity And Action Are On Proud Display In This Moving Account.' Marc Edelman, Professor Of Anthropology, City University Of New York 'A Groundbreaking Study Of The Rise Of A Significant New Transnational Political And Social Force, The Via Campesina.' Philip Mcmichael, International Professor Of Development Sociology, Cornell University 'How The Via Campesina Survived And Thrived To Champion Food Sovereignty, Gender Equity And Global Grassroots Solidarity Is An Inspiring Tale, Beautifully Told.' Terisa Turner, Associate Professor, Sociology And Anthropology, University Of Guelph La Via Campesina Is One Of The World'S Largest And Most Important Transnational Social Movements. Formed In 1993, It Brings Together Rural Women, Peasants, Indigenous Communities, Smallscale Farmers And Farm Workers From Around The World. Comprising Millions Of People, It Is A Leading Force Against The Globalization Of A Neoliberal And Corporateled Model Of Agriculture. This Book Explores The Movement From The Inside. Annette Aurelie Desmarais, A Former Grain Farmer And Long Time Participant In La Via Campesina Shows How Peasants And Smallscale Farmers Have Found The Strength To Challenge Multinational Agribusiness Corporations And International Institutions Whose Power And Influence Increasingly Dictate Government Policy. This Book Accompanies La Via Campesina In A Struggle To Keep People On The Land, Producing Food And Culture, And Building Viable Communities.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'La Vía Campesina: Globalization and the Power of Peasants'? A: The book explores the global movement of La Via Campesina, highlighting the struggle of peasants and small-scale farmers against neoliberal globalization and industrial agriculture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Annette Aurelie Desmarais, a former grain farmer and an active participant in La Via Campesina.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include food sovereignty, gender equity, grassroots solidarity, and the empowerment of rural communities in the face of multinational agribusiness.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone unfamiliar with agricultural issues? A: Yes, the book is written for a general audience and provides essential insights into the complexities of global agriculture and social movements.
- Q: What type of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may have signs of wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 20, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does 'La Vía Campesina' contain? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition is labeled as 'Illustrated', suggesting that it includes visual elements to enhance the content.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the 'Human Resources' category.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding social movements related to agriculture? A: Absolutely, it provides a comprehensive overview of La Via Campesina as a significant transnational social movement and its impact on agriculture and rural communities.