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Food in World History (Themes in World History),Used
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The second edition of this concise survey offers a comparative and comprehensive study of culinary cultures and food politics throughout the world, from ancient times to the present day. It examines the long history of globalization of foods as well as the political, social, and environmental implications of our changing relationship with food, showing how hunger and taste have been driving forces in human history.Including numerous case studies from diverse societies and periods, Food in World History explores such questions as:What social factors have historically influenced culinary globalization?How did early modern plantations establish patterns for modern industrial food production?Were eighteenthcentury food riots comparable to contemporary social movements around food?Did Italian and Chinese migrant cooks sacrifice authenticity to gain social acceptance in the Americas?Have genetically modified foods fulfilled the promises made by proponents?This new edition includes expanded discussions of gender and the family, indigeneity, and the politics of food. Expanded chapters on contemporary food systems and culinary pluralism examine debates over the concentration of corporate control over seeds and marketing, authenticity and exoticism within the culinary tourism industry, and the impact of social media on restaurants and home cooks.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Food in World History'? A: 'Food in World History' focuses on the comparative and comprehensive study of culinary cultures and food politics from ancient times to the present, exploring how food has influenced human history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Food in World History'? A: The author of 'Food in World History' is Jeffrey M. Pilcher.
- Q: When was the second edition of 'Food in World History' published? A: The second edition of 'Food in World History' was published on June 5, 2017.
- Q: What topics does this book cover regarding food globalization? A: 'Food in World History' covers the historical social factors influencing culinary globalization and the implications of globalization on food politics.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Food in World History'? A: 'Food in World History' contains 154 pages.
- Q: Is 'Food in World History' available in different formats? A: 'Food in World History' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What kind of case studies are included in the book? A: The book includes numerous case studies from diverse societies and periods, examining various aspects of food history and politics.
- Q: Does the book discuss contemporary food systems? A: Yes, the second edition includes expanded discussions on contemporary food systems and culinary pluralism.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in this book? A: Key themes include the history of food globalization, culinary authenticity, social movements around food, and the impact of modern food production.
- Q: Is 'Food in World History' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Food in World History' is suitable for academic study as it provides a comprehensive overview of culinary cultures and food politics.