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Food In World History (Themes In World History)
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Providing A Comparative And Comprehensive Study Of Culinary Cultures And Consumption Throughout The World From Ancient Times To Present Day, This Book Examines The Globalization Of Food And Explores The Political, Social And Environmental Implications Of Our Changing Relationship With Food.Including Numerous Case Studies From Diverse Societies And Periods, Food In World History Examines And Focuses On: How Food Was Used To Forge National Identities In Latin America The Influence Of Italian And Chinese Diaspora On The Us And Latin America Food Culture How Food Was Fractured Along Class Lines In The French Bourgeois Restaurant Culture And Working Class Cafes The Results Of State Intervention In Food Production How The Impact Of Genetic Modification And Food Crises Has Affected The Relationship Between Consumer And Product.This Concise And Readable Survey Not Only Presents A Simple History Of Food And Its Consumption, But Also Provides A Unique Examination Of World History Itself.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Food in World History'? A: The book provides a comparative study of culinary cultures and consumption throughout the world, examining the globalization of food and its political, social, and environmental implications.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Food in World History' is Jeffrey Pilcher.
- Q: When was 'Food in World History' published? A: The book was published on December 20, 2005.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Food in World History'? A: The book covers various topics, including national identities forged through food, the influence of the Italian and Chinese Diaspora on food culture, class divisions in food consumption, state intervention in food production, and the effects of genetic modification.
- Q: How many pages does 'Food in World History' have? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: The item condition is listed as 'Very Good'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Food in World History'.
- Q: Does the book include case studies? A: Yes, the book includes numerous case studies from diverse societies and periods.
- Q: Is 'Food in World History' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it offers a comprehensive examination of food's role in world history.