Folasaga
O lenei tusi lesona o loʻo tuʻuina atu ai se faʻamatalagaview and detailed information about the book "Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World" by Dan Koeppel. It explores the history, cultural significance, and future challenges facing the world's most popular fruit. This book is a comprehensive resource for understanding the complex journey of the banana from its origins to its current global status.
Ata 1: The cover of "Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World." The image depicts a banana textured with a world map, set against a deep blue background, symbolizing the global impact and journey of the fruit discussed within the book.
Autū Autu ma Mataupu
The book delves into several critical aspects of the banana's existence:
- Historical Journey: Tracing the banana's path from ancient origins, including theories about its role in the Garden of Eden, to its modern cultivation and distribution.
- Economic and Political Impact: Examination of the rise of "banana republics" in Central America and the influence of major corporations like Chiquita and Dole on global markets and local politics.
- Biological Vulnerabilities: Detailed discussion of the diseases, particularly Panama disease, that threaten banana crops worldwide, and the scientific efforts to develop resistant varieties.
- Future Outlook: Insights into the challenges and potential solutions for ensuring the continued availability of this staple fruit, including genetic engineering and sustainable farming practices.
Fa'amatalaga a le Tusitala
Dan Koeppel is an award-winning journalist specializing in science and nature. His work has appeared in prominent publications such as National Geographic, I fafo, Scientific American, ma Uaea. He has also discussed the subject of bananas on NPR's Ea fou ma Science Friday.
Fa'amatalaga
| Uiga | Fa'amatalaga |
|---|---|
| Ulutala | Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World |
| Tusitala | Dan Koeppel |
| Lomitusi | Pulu |
| Aso Fa'asalalau | Tesema 30, 2008 |
| Gagana | Igilisi |
| Lolomi Umi | 304 itulau |
| ISBN-10 | 9780452290082 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0452290082 |
| Mea mamafa | 8.8 aunese |
| Fua | 5.2 x 0.7 x 7.88 inisi |
Fa'amatalaga Faaopoopo
For further reading and related topics, consider exploring works by other authors on agricultural history, global economics, and food science.
- Related Topics: Crop science, agriculture industry, world history, business and economics.
- Bestseller Status: Ranked #1 in Crop Science and #16 in Agriculture Industry on Amazon.
Lagolago
For inquiries regarding the content of this book, please refer to the publisher's official website or contact the author's representatives. General information about the book can also be found on its Itūlau oloa a le Amazon.
