Visser, Margaret
The Rituals of Dinner
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241293645
- author:
- Visser, Margaret
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 129 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.9 centimetres (0, Cooking, Food & Drink, History, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Rituals of Dinner: A History of Table Manners Margaret Visser explores the fascinating history and cultural significance of our daily meals. From ancient Greece to medieval Europe, she uncovers the surprising origins of tableware and the evolution of dinner etiquette. With humour and insight, she reveals how technology has altered our behaviour around food, making this a captivating study of one of our most primal rituals. Blending folklore, history, and observation, Visser sheds light on cultural idiosyncrasies surrounding preparation and consumption. She examines the development of table manners, from the humble beginnings of utensils to the modern-day customs we follow. This engaging book is a feast of fact and observation that will appeal to anyone interested in food, culture, and everyday life. With 480 pages of engaging narrative, The Rituals of Dinner offers a unique perspective on our relationship with food and each other.
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