Susan Dworkin

Susan Dworkin

4 books

About the Author

Susan Dworkin is an acclaimed author and journalist whose work bridges the worlds of science, agriculture, and environmental advocacy. With a keen eye for the human stories behind complex global issues, she has dedicated her career to illuminating the challenges faced by those on the front lines of food security and sustainability. In her groundbreaking book, The Viking in the Wheat Field: A Scientist's Struggle to Preserve the World's Harvest, Dworkin chronicles the tireless efforts of plant pathologist Bent Skovmand to safeguard the world's grain diversity against threats like climate change and corporate monopolies. Drawing from extensive fieldwork and interviews, her narrative combines rigorous research with compelling storytelling, underscoring the vital importance of biodiversity in feeding the planet's growing population. Dworkin's writing not only informs but also inspires action, making her a vital voice in contemporary nonfiction.

Writing style
engaging informative narrative-driven

Books by Susan Dworkin