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Consider The Fork: A History Of How We Cook And Eat
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Awardwinning Food Writer Bee Wilson'S Secret History Of Kitchens, Showing How New Technologies From The Fork To The Microwave And Beyond Have Fundamentally Shaped How And What We Eat.Since Prehistory, Humans Have Braved Sharp Knives, Fire, And Grindstones To Transform Raw Ingredients Into Something Delicious Or At Least Edible. But These Tools Have Also Transformed How We Consume, And How We Think About, Our Food. In Consider The Fork, Awardwinning Food Writer Bee Wilson Takes Readers On A Wonderful And Witty Tour Of The Evolution Of Cooking Around The World, Revealing The Hidden History Of Objects We Often Take For Granted. Technology In The Kitchen Does Not Just Mean The Pacojets And Sousvide Machines Of The Modern Kitchen, But Also The Humbler Tools Of Everyday Cooking And Eating: A Wooden Spoon And A Skillet, Chopsticks And Forks. Blending History, Science, And Personal Anecdotes, Wilson Reveals How Our Culinary Tools And Tricks Came To Be And How Their Influence Has Shaped Food Culture Today. The Story Of How We Have Tamed Fire And Ice And Wielded Whisks, Spoons, And Graters, All For The Sake Of Putting Food In Our Mouths, Consider The Fork Is Truly A Book To Savor.
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- Q: What is 'Consider the Fork' about? A: 'Consider the Fork' is a book by award-winning food writer Bee Wilson that explores the history of kitchen tools and technologies, revealing how they have shaped the way we cook and eat throughout history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Consider the Fork'? A: The author of 'Consider the Fork' is Bee Wilson, a renowned food writer known for her insightful analysis of food culture.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Consider the Fork'? A: 'Consider the Fork' was published on October 9, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does 'Consider the Fork' have? A: 'Consider the Fork' contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Consider the Fork' have? A: 'Consider the Fork' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Consider the Fork' a new book? A: Yes, 'Consider the Fork' is in brand new condition.
- Q: What category does 'Consider the Fork' fall under? A: 'Consider the Fork' is categorized as an essay.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Consider the Fork'? A: 'Consider the Fork' explores themes such as the evolution of cooking, the history of kitchen tools, and the cultural significance of food technology.
- Q: What makes 'Consider the Fork' a unique read? A: 'Consider the Fork' blends history, science, and personal anecdotes, providing a comprehensive and engaging perspective on how culinary tools have influenced food culture.
- Q: Can I find recipes in 'Consider the Fork'? A: 'Consider the Fork' primarily focuses on the history and significance of cooking tools rather than offering recipes.