This book fosters an appreciation of the world around us. Illiteracy is failing to do so. Three types of illiteracy are explore: the 3Rs, functional and that of food, soil and water, climate and energy. The latter is regarded as a foundation subject that is not part of our education. Given their importance can there be knowledge without F&E knowledge? Literacy without F&E literacy?
This is an important book of interest to all those concerned with the environment and good health. A must read for our time!