Elisabeth Townsend
Lobster: A Global History (Edible)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781861897947
- author:
- Elisabeth Townsend
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 12 x 1.5 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- Food & Drink, Fish & Seafood, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Lobster: A Global History by Elisabeth Townsend explores the rise of the lobster as a delicacy from its humble beginnings to its current status as a cultural icon. This book delves into the social history of lobster consumption around the world, tracing its use and significance from medieval times to the present day. Through beautiful images and traditional recipes, Townsend reveals the complex relationship between humans and lobsters, from their oceanic home to the dinner table. With this comprehensive study, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context surrounding one of the world's most prized seafood delicacies.
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