Matvejevic, Predrag

Our Daily Bread

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ISBN 13:
9781912545094
author:
Matvejevic, Predrag
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Istros Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
140
Dimensions:
21.5 x 14 centimeters (0.22 kg)
Genre:
History, General, Cooking, Food & Drink,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.13

Description

Bread has been at the heart of human culture for thousands of years, with customs and rituals surrounding its production, consumption, and symbolism. This charming book explores the story of bread from Mesopotamia to the New World, examining its depiction in literature and art, as well as its role in major world religions.

From ancient Egypt to Greece and Rome, bread has played a significant part in shaping societies and traditions. The author delves into the history of bread, drawing on a range of sources including the Bible, Talmud, and Quran, as well as lesser-known apocryphal texts. Along the way, he shares personal anecdotes about his own experiences with bread, including his childhood during World War II.

The book concludes with a powerful message about the importance of bread in addressing hunger and inequality, as quoted by Russian anarchist Pyotr Kropotkin: "The question of bread must take precedence over all other questions." A thought-provoking exploration of a universal staple.

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