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Pancake: A Global History (Edible),Used
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Round, thin, and made of starchy batter cooked on a flat surface, it is a food that goes by many names: flapjack, crpe, and okonomiyaki, to name just a few. The pancake is a treasured food the world over, and now Ken Albala unearths the surprisingly rich history of pancakes and their sizzling goodness.Pancake traverses over centuries and civilizations to examine the culinary and cultural importance of pancakes in human history. From the Russian blini to the Ethiopian injera, Albala reveals how pancakes have been a perennial source of sustenance from Greek and Roman eras to the Middle Ages through to the present day. He explores how the pancake has gained symbolic currency in diverse societies as a comfort food, a portable victual for travelers, a celebratory dish, and a breakfast meal. The book also features a number of historic and modern recipestracing the first official pancake recipe to a sixteenthcentury Dutch cookand is accompanied by a rich selection of illustrations.Pancake is a witty and erudite history of a wellknown favorite and will ensure that the pancake will never be flattened under the shadow of better known foods.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Pancake: A Global History'? A: The book explores the culinary and cultural significance of pancakes throughout history, detailing their evolution and variations across different civilizations.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Pancake: A Global History'? A: The author of the book is Ken Albala, a noted food historian.
- Q: How many pages does 'Pancake: A Global History' have? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Pancake: A Global History'? A: The book was published on October 15, 2008.
- Q: Does 'Pancake: A Global History' include recipes? A: Yes, the book features a number of historic and modern pancake recipes.
- Q: Is there any visual content in the book? A: Yes, 'Pancake: A Global History' includes a rich selection of illustrations.
- Q: What is the significance of pancakes in different cultures according to the book? A: The book discusses how pancakes serve various roles, such as comfort food, celebratory dishes, and portable meals across different societies.
- Q: Can I expect a scholarly approach in this book? A: Yes, the book is described as a witty and erudite history, providing a thoughtful exploration of pancakes.