Access to Copies of the Book

There are many ways to access a copy of this academic year's book In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, by Michael Pollan.

Library Copies:

Campus Libraries have many copies for check-out (e.g., Biology, College, Ebling, Memorial, & Steenbock Libraries).
Madison Public Library has many copies for check-out.

Student Copies:

First Year Students who wish to participate will get free copies. Copies will be available following the Chancellor's Convocation on September 1st at the Kohl Center. Any First Year Student not attending Convocation, can pick up a copy at the Center for the First Year Experience Office.
Students enrolled in courses that are using the book will get free copies. Copies will be delivered to courses during the first weeks of class.
Other students can purchase a copy of the book for $5 at Newell's Deli, Memorial Union, and Breese Terrace Union. After August 25th copies can also be purchased at Carson's Carryout in Carson Gulley and Ed's Express in Gordon Commons.

University Community Copies:

University staff, Wisconsin Alumni Association members in good standing, Wisconsin Union members, and Friends of the UW-Madison Libraries can currently purchase a copy at Newell's Deli, Memorial Union, and Breese Terrace Union for $8. After August 25th copies can also be purchased at Carson's Carryout in Carson Gulley and Ed's Express in Gordon Commons.
Campus and community bookstores offer the title for purchase (many at a discounted rate)

Alternative Format Books:

Accessibility:

If you have a print-related disability and would like an accessible version, please contact the Go Big Read Program

Go Big Read 2009