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Book Synopsis: An insightful, personal, and timely exploration into the wonderful world of seeds. In What We Sow, Jennifer Jewell brings readers on an insightful, year-long journey exploring the outsize impact one of nature's smallest manifestations—the simple seed. She examines our skewed notions where "organic" seeds are grown and sourced, reveals how giant multinational agribusiness has refined and patented the genomes of seeds we rely on for staples like corn and soy, and highlights the efforts of activists working to regain legal access to heirloom seeds that were stolen from Indigenous peoples and people of color. Throughout, readers are invited to share Jewell's personal observations as she marvels at the glory of nature in her Northern California hometown. She admires at the wild seeds she encounters on her short daily walks and is amazed at the range of seed forms, from cups and saucers to vases, candelabras, ocean-going vessels, and airliners. What We Sow is a tale of what we choose to see and what we haven't been taught to see, what we choose to seed and what we choose not to seed. It urgently proves that we must work hard to preserve and protect the great natural diversity of seed.
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Discover the untold story of seeds and their profound impact on our personal lives, ecological balance, and cultural heritage with the captivating book, "What We Sow." Written by renowned author Jennifer Jewell, this insightful journey takes you through a year-long exploration of the remarkable world of seeds. From debunking the myths surrounding "organic" seeds to uncovering the monopolization of seed genomes by multinational agribusiness, Jewell sheds light on critical issues affecting our food system.
Uncover the hidden truth behind the theft of heirloom seeds from Indigenous peoples and people of color, and the courageous efforts of activists fighting to restore their legal access. As you immerse yourself in Jewell's personal observations, marvel at the infinite beauty of nature in her Northern California hometown. From the mesmerizing wild seeds she encounters on her daily walks to the astonishing diversity of seed forms, including cups, saucers, and even ocean-going vessels, you'll be captivated by the wonders of the seed world.
With every turn of the page, "What We Sow" challenges us to reframe our perspective and appreciate the vital role seeds play in our daily lives. It's a powerful reminder that we hold the responsibility of preserving and protecting nature's remarkable seed diversity. Embrace the urgency of this message and join the movement towards a more sustainable future. Start your seed journey today with "What We Sow."
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