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Exploring the complex sensory qualities of water, this book delves into the history and politics of municipal water infrastructure, emphasizing how it has transformed from a vital resource into a standardized commodity. Christy Spackman introduces the concept of "industrial terroir," highlighting the aesthetic and economic implications of purified water. The narrative challenges perceptions of taste and purity, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with tap water while revealing the hidden efforts behind its production. This thought-provoking study connects sensory experiences with broader societal issues.
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The Taste of Water, Christy Spackman
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- Pubblicato
- 2023
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- Titolo
- The Taste of Water
- Sottotitolo
- Sensory Perception and the Making of an Industrialized Beverage
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Christy Spackman
- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 306
- ISBN13
- 9780520393547
- Serie
- Tag
- Natura
- Valutazione
- 4 su 5
- Descrizione
- Exploring the complex sensory qualities of water, this book delves into the history and politics of municipal water infrastructure, emphasizing how it has transformed from a vital resource into a standardized commodity. Christy Spackman introduces the concept of "industrial terroir," highlighting the aesthetic and economic implications of purified water. The narrative challenges perceptions of taste and purity, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with tap water while revealing the hidden efforts behind its production. This thought-provoking study connects sensory experiences with broader societal issues.