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Story of Food : An Illustrated History of Everything We Eat by DK (2018, Hardcover)

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The Story of Food: An Illustrated History of Everything We Eat is a hardback book written by DK and illustrated by DK. It is a part of the DK a History of Series and was published by Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated in 2018. The book is 10.3 inches in length, 8.8 inches in width, and 1.1 inches in height. It weighs 54.3 ounces and has 360 pages. The book covers topics related to cooking, health and fitness, social science, agriculture and food, and specific ingredients. It is written in English and features illustrations to enhance the reading experience. As of October 2021, the book is available for purchase on Amazon.

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PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-10146547336X
ISBN-139781465473363
eBay Product ID (ePID)8038820754

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Book TitleStory of Food : an Illustrated History of Everything We Eat
Number of Pages360 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAgriculture & Food (See Also Political Science / Public Policy / Agriculture & Food Policy), History, Diet & Nutrition / General, Specific Ingredients / General
Publication Year2018
IllustratorYes
GenreCooking, Social Science, Health & Fitness
AuthorDk
Book SeriesDk a History of Ser.
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight54.3 Oz
Item Length10.3 in
Item Width8.8 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2018-288104
Dewey Edition23
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal641.3009
SynopsisThe stories and history behind the individual foods we eat--from salt to sushi and rice to salami--beginning with the early efforts of humans in their quest for sustenance and culminating in today's diverse culinary landscape. This glorious visual celebration of food in all its forms reveals the extraordinary cultural impact of the foods we eat, explores the early efforts of humans in their quest for sustenance, and tells the fascinating stories behind individual foods. With profiles of the most culturally and historically interesting foods of all types, from nuts and grains, fruits and vegetables, and meat and fish, to herbs and spices, this fascinating culinary historical reference provides the facts on all aspects of each food's unique story. Feature spreads shine a spotlight on influential international cuisines and the local foods that built them. The Story of Food explains how foods have become the cornerstone of our culture, from their origins to how they are eaten and their place in world cuisine. The Story of Food is packed with sumptuous and evocative images that create a feast for the eyes, while the stories intrigue, surprise, and enthrall, making it the perfect gift for food lovers, cooks, gourmets, and history lovers with a penchant for food., From the fish that started a war to the pope poisoned with chocolate, discover the fascinating stories behind the origins, traditions, and uses of our food. Explore the tales, symbolism, and traditions that come wrapped up in the food on our plates - food that not only feeds our bodies but also makes up our culture. The Story of Food is a sumptuously illustrated exploration of our millennia-old relationship with nearly 200 foods. A true celebration of food in all its forms, this book explores the early efforts of humans in their quest for sustenance through the stories of individual foods. Covering all food types including nuts and grains, fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, and herbs and spices, this fascinating reference provides the facts on all aspects of a food's history. Discover how foods have become a part of our culture, from their origins and how they are eaten to their place in world cuisine today.
LC Classification NumberTX353.S8265 2018

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    great book. contains info on all foods that we eat. colorful and well-designed.

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