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Where am I Wearing?: A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes

Name: Where am I Wearing?: A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes
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Book Synopsis: A journalist travels the world to trace the origins of our clothes

When journalist and traveler Kelsey Timmerman wanted to know where his clothes came from and who made them, he began a journey that would take him from Honduras to Bangladesh to Cambodia to China and back again. Where Am I Wearing? intimately describes the connection between impoverished garment workers' standards of living and the all-American material lifestyle. By introducing readers to the human element of globalization—the factory workers, their names, their families, and their way of life—Where Am I Wearing bridges the gap between global producers and consumers.

New content includes: a visit to a fair trade Ethiopian shoe factory that is changing lives one job at a time; updates on how workers worldwide have been squeezed by rising food costs and declining orders in the wake of the global financial crisis; and the author's search for the garment worker in Honduras who inspired the first edition of the book.

Kelsey Timmerman speaks at universities around the country and maintains a blog at www.whereamiwearing.com. His writing has appeared in the Christian Science Monitor and Condé Nast Portfolio, and has aired on NPR.

Enlightening and thought-provoking at once, Where Am I Wearing? puts a human face on globalization.

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Embark on a fascinating journey around the world with 'Where am I Wearing?', a gripping tale that unravels the hidden stories behind our clothes. Join journalist Kelsey Timmerman as he delves into the lives of garment workers in countries like Honduras, Bangladesh, and China. Discover the human side of globalization and explore the impact of your material lifestyle on individuals halfway across the globe.

'Where am I Wearing?' goes beyond mere facts and figures – it introduces you to the real people behind the clothes you wear. Get a firsthand look at the challenges, hopes, and dreams of factory workers as they navigate the complexities of the global economy. This eye-opening narrative will change the way you view your wardrobe and the world around you.

With updated content on the effects of the global financial crisis and the inspiring stories of fair trade initiatives, 'Where am I Wearing?' is a must-read for anyone interested in ethical consumption and global trade. Join Kelsey Timmerman on his quest to uncover the truth behind the clothes we wear and be prepared to be moved by the power of human connection.

Ready to explore the world of garment workers and understand the impact of your choices? Dive into 'Where am I Wearing?' now and embark on a transformative journey that will open your eyes to the realities of modern-day globalization.

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