Lesser Beasts Lesser Beasts Mark Essig

Lesser Beasts

From Ancient Times to Modern Farms—The Complete Story of Swine

by Mark Essig

15 min read

About This Book

The Pig's Tale (2015) chronicles the extensive and captivating story of swine throughout human history. Though frequently dismissed as an inferior animal, the pig stands alone as the only creature that has maintained an unbroken connection with humanity from our earliest days. Over the centuries, these animals have endured significant damage to their standing—and in today's industrial farming operations, their quality of life faces unprecedented challenges.

Who Should Read This?

  • Agricultural professionals seeking knowledge about swine throughout history
  • Students of anthropology examining humanity’s evolving food relationships
  • Culinary enthusiasts exploring how eating patterns have changed across millennia

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