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Book Synopsis: In the tradition of Fast Food Nation and The Omnivore's Dilemma, an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. What does it take to run the American supermarket? How do products get to shelves? Who sets the price? And who suffers the consequences of increased convenience and efficiency? In this alarming exposé, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on this highly secretive industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and compulsively readable prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation in which we learn:
  • The secrets of Trader Joe’s success from Trader Joe himself
  • Why truckers call their job “sharecropping on wheels”
  • What it takes for a product to earn certification labels like “organic” and “fair trade”
  • The struggles entrepreneurs face as they fight for shelf space, including essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business
  • The truth behind the alarming slave trade in the shrimp industry
The result is a page-turning portrait of an industry in flux, filled with the passion, ingenuity, and exploitation required to make this everyday miracle continue to function. The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the industry, The Secret Life of Groceries delivers powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and the social costs therein.

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Discover the hidden truths of the American supermarket in "The Secret Life of Groceries." Dive deep into the dark side of the industry that fuels our everyday lives. Uncover the secrets of how products land on shelves, who really pays the price, and the sacrifices made for convenience and efficiency. Benjamin Lorr's immersive storytelling will captivate you as you journey through the heart of the American grocery store.

Explore the inner workings of major players like Trader Joe's and the struggles faced by entrepreneurs fighting for their share of shelf space. Gain invaluable insights into what it truly means for a product to carry labels like "organic" and "fair trade." Join Lorr on a wild investigative ride where you'll encounter shocking revelations about the exploitation that underpins the seemingly benign supermarket industry.

Immerse yourself in the world of grocery chains, truckers, entrepreneurs, and the dark reality of the shrimp industry's slave trade. With meticulous research and compelling prose, "The Secret Life of Groceries" offers a powerful social commentary on America's insatiable appetite for more and the hidden costs we often overlook. Don't miss this eye-opening journey into the heart of the American grocery store.

Ready to uncover the secrets that keep the American supermarket running? Step behind the scenes with "The Secret Life of Groceries" and gain a new perspective on the food industry that shapes our daily lives. Order your copy today and delve into the captivating world of hidden truths and complex narratives that make up the backbone of our modern food system.

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