Feeding Manila in Peace and War, 18501945

Getting food, water, and services to the millions who live in the worlds few dozen megacities is one of the twenty-first centurys most formidable challenges. This innovative history traces nearly a century in the life of the megacity of Manila to show how it grew and what sustained it. Focusing on the citys key commoditiesrice, produce, fish, fowl, meat, milk, flour, coffeeDaniel F. Doeppers explores their complex interconnections, the changing ecology of the surrounding region, and the social fabric that weaves together farmers, merchants, transporters, storekeepers, and door-to-door vendors.