Description
In an age where fast-food giants dictate consumer choices, two insightful authors pull back the curtain on the relentless marketing strategies that shape our eating habits. Their exploration delves deep into how these franchises create illusions of convenience and comfort, all while prioritizing profit over genuine consumer satisfaction.
Through detailed analysis and engaging narratives, they reveal the complex relationship between our cravings and the powerful advertising that stirs them. They challenge readers to reconsider the food choices they make daily and the motivations behind those choices.
As they dissect the architecture of these franchises, from the physical layouts to the branding techniques, Hirshorn and Izenour highlight the often overlooked psychological and societal implications of our fast-food culture. The book prompts a deeper understanding of how food is marketed, and encourages readers to seek out more meaningful dining experiences.
Through detailed analysis and engaging narratives, they reveal the complex relationship between our cravings and the powerful advertising that stirs them. They challenge readers to reconsider the food choices they make daily and the motivations behind those choices.
As they dissect the architecture of these franchises, from the physical layouts to the branding techniques, Hirshorn and Izenour highlight the often overlooked psychological and societal implications of our fast-food culture. The book prompts a deeper understanding of how food is marketed, and encourages readers to seek out more meaningful dining experiences.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
200 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1981
Publisher
MIT Press
Editions
2 editions
ISBN-10
0262580519
ISBN-13
9780262580519