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Curried Cultures: Globalization, Food, and South Asia (California Studies in Food and Culture) (Volume 34),Used
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Although South Asian cookery and gastronomy has transformed contemporary urban foodscape all over the world, social scientists have paid scant attention to this phenomenon. Curried Culturesa wideranging collection of essaysexplores the relationship between globalization and South Asia through food, covering the cuisine of the colonial period to the contemporary era, investigating its material and symbolic meanings. Curried Cultures challenges disciplinary boundaries in considering South Asian gastronomy by assuming a proximity to dishes and diets that is often missing when food is a lens to investigate other topics. The books established scholarly contributors examine food to comment on a range of cultural activities as they argue that the practice of cooking and eating matter as an important way of knowing the world and acting on it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Curried Cultures: Globalization, Food, and South Asia'? A: 'Curried Cultures' explores the intersection of globalization and South Asian food, discussing the evolution of its cuisine from the colonial period to the present and its cultural significance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Krishnendu Ray, who is known for his work in food studies and cultural analysis.
- Q: How many pages does 'Curried Cultures' have? A: 'Curried Cultures' contains a total of 328 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is available in its First Edition.
- Q: When was 'Curried Cultures' published? A: 'Curried Cultures' was published on May 1, 2012.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that this book targets? A: 'Curried Cultures' is targeted towards scholars, students, and anyone interested in food studies, globalization, and South Asian culture.
- Q: Does the book cover contemporary food issues? A: Yes, 'Curried Cultures' discusses contemporary food issues in South Asia and their global implications.
- Q: What themes are explored in the essays of 'Curried Cultures'? A: The essays explore themes such as the material and symbolic meanings of food, the cultural practices surrounding cooking and eating, and the impact of globalization on South Asian gastronomy.
- Q: Are there contributions from multiple authors in this book? A: Yes, 'Curried Cultures' features a wide-ranging collection of essays from established scholarly contributors.