In a series of thematic essays

our view of humans as 'savannah specialists' is wildly wrong

technical contributions of African-heritage people to sustainable agriculture

Liam Campling is Professor of Political Economy at Queen Mary University of London

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Palm Oil - The Grease of Empire Luis Campos In a series of thematicA fascinating story of how palm oil has shaped our world It's in our food, our cosmetics, our fuel and our bodies. Palm oil, found in half of supermarket products, has shaped our world. Max Haiven uncovers how the gears of capitalism are literally and metaphorically lubricated by this ubiquitous elixir. From its origins in West Africa to today's Southeast Asian palm oil superpowers, Haiven's sweeping, experimental narrative takes us on a global