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Feast and Folly: Cuisine, Intoxication, and the Poetics of the Sublime (Suny Series in Postmodern Culture) (Suny Postmodern Cult,New
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Feast and Folly'? A: 'Feast and Folly' primarily treats French cuisine as a fine art, exploring its historical, social, political, and aesthetic dimensions over the past two centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Feast and Folly'? A: The author of 'Feast and Folly' is Allen S. Weiss, who provides a critical analysis of French gastronomy.
- Q: What type of book is 'Feast and Folly'? A: 'Feast and Folly' is categorized as a scholarly work, specifically within the 'Suny Series in Postmodern Culture', focusing on the intersection of cuisine and postmodern critique.
- Q: How many pages does 'Feast and Folly' have? A: 'Feast and Folly' contains a total of 170 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: What edition of 'Feast and Folly' is available? A: The book is available in its First Edition, published on September 26, 2002.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Feast and Folly' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that while it may show signs of use, it is still suitable for readers.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in 'Feast and Folly'? A: Key themes include the poetics of the sublime in gastronomy, the role of cuisine as an artwork, and the socio-political implications of French culinary traditions.
- Q: Is 'Feast and Folly' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Feast and Folly' is well-suited for academic study due to its rigorous analysis and critical approach to the subject of cuisine.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from 'Feast and Folly'? A: Readers interested in culinary arts, cultural studies, and postmodern critiques of food will find 'Feast and Folly' particularly beneficial.
- Q: Does 'Feast and Folly' include recipes or cooking techniques? A: While 'Feast and Folly' provides considerable detail about the preparation of meals, it primarily focuses on the analysis and critique of cuisine rather than serving as a recipe book.