Cocoa is a 2018 book by Kristy Leissle, a lecturer in global studies at the University of Washington Bothell.[1]

Cocoa
AuthorKristy Leissle
PublisherPolity
Publication date
2018
ISBN978-1-509-51316-1

The book covers cocoa's history, as well as contemporary production, economics, politics, trade, consumption and geography.[2] In Cocoa, Leissle is critical of issues around cocoa including labor exploitation (both within and outside of Africa),[3] gender inequalities, the fairness of 'fair trade',[2] market concentration and ignorance regarding Africa's role in cocoa production.[4] She is, however, optimistic for a future where farmers are valued.[2] She argues for the environmental and financial benefits of farmers growing flavor cocoa, while saying this production will not grow to a large scale.[5]

Multiple reviewers commented on the how concise the book was,[3][1] to the point where James Field, writing in the magazine Geographical said it became dense at times, although this was balanced well by anecdotes.[2] In his review, Field credited Leissle for recognizing her privileged position in discussing the topic.[2]

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