Margaret Visser esplora la storia, l'antropologia e la mitologia della vita quotidiana, scoprendo le profonde radici culturali e storiche delle cose apparentemente ordinarie. Attraverso una ricerca meticolosa e una prosa avvincente, illumina le affascinanti narrazioni radicate nelle nostre consuetudini e rituali comuni. Il suo lavoro offre una prospettiva unica sulla società umana e sui nostri bisogni universali. L'approccio distintivo di Visser rivela l'intricato arazzo di significato tessuto nella trama della nostra esistenza quotidiana.
The Extraordinary History and Mythology, Allure and Obsessions, Perils and Taboos of an Ordinary Mea
Offering a blend of humor and insight, this history explores the cultural significance and evolution of food. It caters to food lovers by providing a wealth of information about our culinary traditions and practices. The book is enhanced with line drawings, making it both visually appealing and informative.
With an acute eye and an irrepressible wit, Margaret Visser takes a fascinating look at the way we eat our meals. From the ancient Greeks to modern yuppies, from cannibalism and the taking of the Eucharist to formal dinners and picnics, she thoroughly defines the eating ritual. "Read this book. You'll never look at a table knife the same way again."— The New York Times .
Uitleg van de christelijke beeldtaal en symboliek met als uitgangspunt de kerk van Sint Agnes buiten de Muren te Rome.