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Other than that it tastes delicious with butter, what do you know about the knobbilyarmoured, scarlet creature staring back at you from your fancy dinner plate? Food writer Elisabeth Townsend here charts the global rise of the lobster as delicacy.Part of the Edible Series, Lobster: A Global History explores the use and consumption of the lobster from poor mans staple to cultural icon. From coastal fishing in the Middle Ages to the Industrial Revolution and modern times, Townsend describes the social history of the consumption of lobsters around the world. As well, the book includes beautiful images of rarely seen lobsters and both old and contemporary lobster recipes.Whether you want to liberate lobsters from their supermarket tanks or crack open their claws, this is an essential read, describing the human connection to the lobster from his ocean home to the dinner table.

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  • Q: What is 'Lobster: A Global History' about? A: 'Lobster: A Global History' by Elisabeth Townsend explores the cultural significance and social history of lobsters, detailing their journey from a common food source to a delicacy enjoyed worldwide.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 144 pages.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
  • Q: When was 'Lobster: A Global History' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2011.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Lobster: A Global History' is Elisabeth Townsend.
  • Q: What can I expect to find in the book's content? A: The book includes a combination of historical insights, beautiful images of lobsters, and both old and contemporary lobster recipes.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for seafood enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book is ideal for seafood enthusiasts and anyone interested in the culinary and cultural significance of lobsters.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
  • Q: Where are orders for this book dispatched from? A: Orders are dispatched from our UK warehouse the next working day.
  • Q: Can I find recipes in this book? A: Yes, 'Lobster: A Global History' includes both traditional and contemporary lobster recipes.

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