“In this lively study Adam D. Shprintzen sidesteps the anecdotal and partisan viewpoints of the popular literature on vegetarian eating to write a focused history of the vegetarian movement in the United States . . . [Shprintzen] brings to life a riveting collection of notable figures in the meatless subculture.”—Journal of American History
“This unique, readable history of the vegetarian movement in America reveals its deep roots . . . [and] will make fascinating reading for proponents of a healthy lifestyle and students of Americana alike.”—ForeWord Reviews
“This well-researched and accessible work is recommended for readers of US social history and for vegetarians interested in knowing that the roots of their movement . . . Fans of culinary history books . . . will also find much to love here.”—Library Journal
“An excellent overview of the US vegetarian movement. . . [with] lucid, lively prose . . . . Highly recommended.”—CHOICE
“A valuable contribution to studies of American reforms.”—Journal of Southern History
“Shprintzen’s original and probing book offers many ideas for researchers and writers to explore.”—History News Network
“This carefully crafted study will have broad appeal, reaching not only readers interested in American food culture but also those invested in understanding the nature of US social reform movements, ranging from abolitionism to Progressivism.”—The Historian
“Provides a compelling account of vegetarianism’s links to ideological reforms in health, fitness, and social justice.”—Journal of American Culture
“History comes back to life in [The Vegetarian Crusade].”—Chicago Reader
“The book’s historical details both resemble and depart from our own vegan movement in surprising and meaningful ways.”—Public Books
