The Cow with Ear Tag 1389 (book)

“The Cow with Ear Tag #1389” is a book written by Kathryn Gillespie. It was first published on November 12, 2018. The book explores the journey from a living cow to a glass of milk, focusing on the life cycles of individual animals, particularly a cow with ear tag #1389.

Gillespie investigates the dairy industry’s practices, taking readers to farms, auction yards, slaughterhouses, and even rendering plants to show how living cows become food. The book provides an empathetic look at cows and our relationship with them, making both their lives and their suffering real.

External links

• The Cow with Ear Tag #1389 Gillespie (uchicago.edu)