Cheap Meat: Flap Food Nations in the Pacific Islands
by Frederick Errington, Deborah Gewertz
In Cheap Meat: Flap Food Nations in the Pacific Islands, anthropologists Frederick Errington and Deborah Gewertz investigate the rise of inexpensive meat products known as flap food. They explore its economic, social, and cultural effects on Pacific Island societies, revealing how global influences reshape local food systems and community life.
About This Book
Cheap Meat: Flap Food Nations in the Pacific Islands delves into the world of inexpensive meat products and their impact on Pacific Island communities. Written by anthropologists Frederick Errington and Deborah Gewertz, the book addresses the production and consumption of flap food in these regions.
The authors analyze how economic forces shape dietary habits and social structures in the Pacific Islands. They highlight the role of global markets in introducing affordable meat options to local populations.
Through ethnographic insights, the book illustrates the broader implications of cheap meat on health, environment, and cultural practices. It provides a nuanced view of how these food nations navigate modernization and tradition.
Errington and Gewertz draw on fieldwork to present a comprehensive study of flap food's significance. The narrative connects local experiences with international trade dynamics.
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