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Cocoa (Resources)

Name: Cocoa (Resources)
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Book Synopsis: Chocolate has long been a favorite indulgence. But behind every chocolate bar we unwrap, there is a world of power struggles and political maneuvering over its most important ingredient: cocoa.

In this incisive book, Kristy Leissle reveals how cocoa, which brings pleasure and wealth to relatively few, depends upon an extensive global trade system that exploits the labor of five million growers, as well as countless other workers and vulnerable groups. The reality of this dramatic inequity, she explains, is often masked by the social, cultural, emotional, and economic values humans have placed upon cocoa from its earliest cultivation in Mesoamerica to the present day.

Tracing the cocoa value chain from farms in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, through to chocolate factories in Europe and North America, Leissle shows how cocoa has been used as a political tool to wield power over others. Cocoa's politicization is not, however, limitless: it happens within botanical parameters set by the crop itself, and the material reality of its transport, storage, and manufacture into chocolate.

As calls for justice in the industry have grown louder, Leissle reveals the possibilities for and constraints upon realizing a truly sustainable and fulfilling livelihood for cocoa growers, and for keeping the world full of chocolate.

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Indulge in the irresistible taste of chocolate while uncovering the hidden world of power and politics behind every cocoa bar. Our cocoa (resources) book, written by the brilliant Kristy Leissle, delves into the intricate global trade system that exploits millions of growers and laborers. This eye-opening book exposes the reality of inequity and challenges the social and economic values attached to cocoa from its ancient origins to the present day.

Embark on a journey that traces the cocoa value chain, from farms across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, to the chocolate factories in Europe and North America. Discover how cocoa has been cunningly used as a political tool, empowering the few while oppressing others. Unveil the constraints and possibilities for cocoa growers in achieving a sustainable and fulfilling livelihood, and contribute to the movement for justice in the industry.

As you become more aware of the dark side behind your favorite indulgence, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the complex process involved in bringing chocolate to your taste buds. Leissle's captivating storytelling will transport you from the cocoa farms to the chocolate factories, offering a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the industry.

Take a stand against the exploitation inherent in the cocoa trade and join us in supporting a fair and sustainable future for cocoa growers. Together, we can make a difference. Purchase the cocoa (resources) book today and immerse yourself in the fascinating tale of cocoa, power, and a world full of delicious chocolate.

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