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Everyone was reading this book on the Tube about 5 years ago, so I decided the time was now right for me to do so.
All the book does is basically explain the history, techniques and effects of fast food, with each chapter taking on a specific part of the culture. Particularly interesting (and shocking) was the section on how the cattle is slaughtered and prepared, and how dangerous it is for the unprotected (uninsured and unskilled) staff.
The book does have political leanings, but not like watching a Michael Moore documentary, but it’s still an interesting look at big business and how much of a scourge it is on society. It’s also particularly apt now I’m in the process of changing jobs to a big multinational company and am about to become an ‘asset’.
Worth a read, but it made me want to order a Happy Meal 😕
I liked it too… and it did change my behaviour a bit.
Whats your new job m8? You going to be earning the big bucks now?
Well let’s just say that Insane and myself may shortly working for an exciting new international IT solutions company, who are determined “To be recognised by our employees, customers, vendors and partners as the market leading technology solutions provider around the infrastructure.”
Or to put it in English; Pay peanuts and offer an acceptable service.
Re: Fast Food – When I was in my mid twenties I probably had McDonalds once or twice a week. These days it’s once or twice a year, but not because of this book. Although now I’m less inclined to eat their out of principle than out of health reasons. The part about McDonalds employees more likely to kill each other than postal workers was an eyeopener!
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