The Potato

How the Humble Spud Rescued the Western World

Autori

• Larry Zuckerman

Parametri

• 338 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Cibo
• Cibo e bevande
• Saggistica
• Scienza
• Storia

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Exploring the transformative role of the potato, the book reveals how this once-overlooked vegetable significantly influenced Western history from the 1770s to World War I. Through examples from Ireland, England, France, and the United States, it illustrates the potato's multifaceted contributions as a staple food, a safeguard against famine, and a source of economic stability. Utilizing personal diaries and contemporary accounts, the narrative offers a vibrant and insightful look at the social impact of this humble crop.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

(In brossura)