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A charming and eye-opening book the Guardian The author more than earns her stripes... It's impossible not to admire her. The Evening Standard This humane, adventurous and wonderfully illuminating exploration will entertain and challenge everyone, from carnivore to vegan. -- Patrick Barkham Vivid, visceral and honest. Gray observes without ever being detached, and that's a rare talent. -- Ella Risbridger Compellingly readable, wise and kind. There's plenty of serious reflection too, all the more arresting for Gray's lightness of touch. -- Charles Foster Beautifully written. Brave and personal. -- Kerstin Rodgers A thorough, engaging, sometimes shocking account of where our meat comes from. It is also, importantly, a book about caring. -- Malachy Tallack Caught by the River Sensitive and powerful. Prospect Well paced, well researched and politically even-handed. Country Life Louise Gray is a micromaster. The Scotsman It will make you look at dinner differently. -- Mark Avery The book has charm and style... The accounts of hunting trips with her father contain some vivid and quite moving nature writing. the Guardian She writes well and this is a book that all should read - but it isn't simply a duty, it's a gritty pleasure. -- Mark Avery Fascinating... Told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Western Mail This is a must read for anyone who wants to know more about where the meat and fish they eat comes from ... and the environmental and social impact. The Press and Journal A courageous and important narrative offering an enlightened perspective on making informed choices about eating meat. Kirkus Reviews A sensible read for meat-eaters who have ever wondered what it's like to stand in the business end of an abattoir. i This brave project by Louise Gray is told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Sunday Post A fascinating insight... The book is neither preachy nor lacking in laughs. Gray writes with humour and humanity. Sunday Herald An entertaining and enlightening work of environmental reporting. Booklist

A charming and eye-opening book the Guardian The author more than earns her stripes... It's impossible not to admire her. The Evening Standard This humane, adventurous and wonderfully illuminating exploration will entertain and challenge everyone, from carnivore to vegan. -- Patrick Barkham Vivid, visceral and honest. Gray observes without ever being detached, and that's a rare talent. -- Ella Risbridger Compellingly readable, wise and kind. There's plenty of serious reflection too, all the more arresting for Gray's lightness of touch. -- Charles Foster A thorough, engaging, sometimes shocking account of where our meat comes from. It is also, importantly, a book about caring. -- Malachy Tallack Caught by the River Sensitive and powerful. Prospect Well paced, well researched and politically even-handed. Country Life Louise Gray is a micromaster. The Scotsman The book has charm and style... The accounts of hunting trips with her father contain some vivid and quite moving nature writing. the Guardian She writes well and this is a book that all should read - but it isn't simply a duty, it's a gritty pleasure. -- Mark Avery Fascinating... Told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Western Mail This is a must read for anyone who wants to know more about where the meat and fish they eat comes from ... and the environmental and social impact. The Press and Journal A sensible read for meat-eaters who have ever wondered what it's like to stand in the business end of an abattoir. i This brave project by Louise Gray is told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Sunday Post A fascinating insight... The book is neither preachy nor lacking in laughs. Gray writes with humour and humanity. Sunday Herald

A charming and eye-opening book the Guardian The author more than earns her stripes... It's impossible not to admire her. The Evening Standard This humane, adventurous and wonderfully illuminating exploration will entertain and challenge everyone, from carnivore to vegan. -- Patrick Barkham Vivid, visceral and honest. Gray observes without ever being detached, and that's a rare talent. -- Ella Risbridger Compellingly readable, wise and kind. There's plenty of serious reflection too, all the more arresting for Gray's lightness of touch. -- Charles Foster A thorough, engaging, sometimes shocking account of where our meat comes from. It is also, importantly, a book about caring. -- Malachy Tallack Caught by the River Sensitive and powerful. Prospect Well paced, well researched and politically even-handed. Country Life Louise Gray is a micromaster. The Scotsman The book has charm and style... The accounts of hunting trips with her father contain some vivid and quite moving nature writing. the Guardian She writes well and this is a book that all should read - but it isn't simply a duty, it's a gritty pleasure. -- Mark Avery Fascinating... Told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Western Mail This is a must read for anyone who wants to know more about where the meat and fish they eat comes from ... and the environmental and social impact. The Press and Journal A sensible read for meat-eaters who have ever wondered what it's like to stand in the business end of an abattoir. i This brave project by Louise Gray is told in beautiful, descriptive prose that shows her love and knowledge of nature. Sunday Post A fascinating insight... The book is neither preachy nor lacking in laughs. Gray writes with humour and humanity. Sunday Herald This is a book that all should read - but it isn't simply a duty, it is a gritty pleasure...it is a thought--provoking and enjoyable read. But now and again, when a life is about to end, you'll feel the emotion of the author and it will make you look at dinner differently. -- Mark Avery

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Louise Gray is a freelance writer based in Scotland. She trained with The Press Association and was a staff writer for The Scotsman. From 2008 to 2013 she was Environment Correspondent for The Daily Telegraph. Louise specialises in writing about food, farming and climate change. In recent years she has written for The Sunday Times, Scottish Field, the Guardian and The Spectator, among others. She has also appeared on BBC television and radio. Louise is passionate about environmental issues, increasingly focusing on how individuals can make a difference through the choices they make, such as the food we eat. The Ethical Carnivore is her first book. @loubgray / louisebgray.com

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