SUBJECT: In this chapter of The Omnivore’s Dilemma, titled “The Feedlot: Making Meat”, Michael Pollan discusses the use of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO), and the factories where countless cattle are being mistreated day in and day out.
THESIS: “Today the most serious environmental harm associated with the cattle industry takes place on the feedlot.” (70).
METHOD: With his keen use of ethos, logos and pathos, Pollan provides readers with numerous and persuasive examples that support his position in regards to the subject at hand.
SUMMARY: In this article Michael Pollan provides his readers with an up close