Katz, Sandor Ellix
Fermentation as Metaphor
- ISBN 13:
- 9781645020219
- author:
- Katz, Sandor Ellix
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Chelsea Green Publishing Co
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 20.3 centimeters (0.57 kg
- Genre:
- Cooking, Food & Drink, Canning & Preserving, Cooking, Food & Drink,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Sandor Ellix Katz presents a thought-provoking exploration of fermentation as a metaphor for human culture and experience. Through his unique blend of photography and philosophical reflection, Katz invites readers to reconsider their relationship with food and the world around them. Katz's work draws connections between microbial communities and various aspects of human society, including politics, art, and individual thoughts and feelings. He argues that fermentation is a powerful force for change, one that can help us break down boundaries and challenge our assumptions. The book features 50 stunning images of fermented foods and beverages, taken using both traditional and scientific techniques. By examining the beauty and complexity of microbial structures, Katz encourages readers to think differently about their place in the world and their connection to the natural world.