EDIBLE ECONOMICS A Hungry Economist Explains the World

Homer Todiwala provides a strong voice for this complicated examination of food and global economics, filled with personal anecdotes. He brings an arch, academic tone to this detailed analysis, which ranges from kimchi to globalization. Fans of innovative nonfiction will find much to admire. Todiwala amplifies the vivid personality of the author, as well as the intellectual heart of this project. He pronounces the names of the diverse dishes well. At the same time, he maximizes the casual tone throughout, explaining economic principles such as free-market theory in a conversational tone that makes them understandable. Todiwala is an excellent choice to capture the essence of this UK-educated Asian author who has become a unique voice in the field of economics. M.R. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2023]