Angus Wright

About the Author

Angus Wright is a distinguished environmental historian and professor emeritus whose work illuminates the intricate intersections of agriculture, ecology, and human society. With a career spanning decades, he has delved into the socio-economic and environmental consequences of modern farming practices, advocating for sustainable alternatives that respect both land and labor. His seminal book, The Death of Ramon Gonzalez: The Modern Agricultural Dilemma, Revised Edition, chronicles the tragic impacts of industrial agriculture on migrant workers and ecosystems, drawing from meticulous research in California's fields to expose systemic failures. Wright's scholarship extends to broader critiques of globalization's toll on rural communities, blending rigorous analysis with compassionate storytelling to urge policy reforms and ethical reconsiderations in food production.