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Citrus : A World History by David J. Mabberley (2024, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherThames & Hudson
ISBN-10050002636X
ISBN-139780500026366
eBay Product ID (ePID)12065834567
Product Key Features
Book TitleCitrus : a World History
Number of Pages288 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2024
TopicReference, Agriculture / General
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Technology & Engineering
AuthorDavid J. Mabberley
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight44.1 Oz
Item Length10.6 in
Item Width8.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2024-937217
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsA treat for readers who've ever wondered about the origins of the oranges they've eaten, the limes they used for drinks, or the lemons they squeezed on their fish . . . The book's coverage spans from the ancient world through the Middle Ages, when citrus was used in herbal medicines, into an explanation about the importance of vitamin C, and data that indicates the rise in popularity of all citrus fruits in contemporary times . . . Foodies and food historians will appreciate Mabberley's expert explanation of how citrus became so widely loved around the world. The sumptuous artwork is a feast for the eyes as well., A fascinating dive into the varied, fascinating, beautiful, and complex influence of the humble citrus., Mabberley's vibrant account of citrus, which begins with the Han Dynasty and ends with the modern orange juice industry, will fascinate history enthusiasts as much as it will delight design aficionados in search of the ideal coffee-table book., Celebrated botanist Mabberley delves into the history of fruits too often taken for granted in the modern world . . . A wealth of color illustrations and photographs . . . make this volume a sumptuous trove of art.
Dewey Decimal634.304
SynopsisA world history of citrus, from the art of classical antiquity to the science of the modern era. Mandarin, citron, pomelo, bergamot, kumquat... Citrus traces the history of today's global superfood from its cultivation in the ancient world from just a handful of original 'wild' species, via Arab trade routes, the noble collectors of medieval Europe, imperial conquerors on the high seas, and merchants risking ruin for the highest-value fruit crop ever known. The story of citrus permeates human history, as recorded in the literature and art of civilisations from antiquity to the present day. When Alexander the Great's army swept over the Persian Empire, they found the citron: the first citrus fruit known in the West. During the Napoleonic wars, British ships carried lemons and limes to protect their sailors against scurvy: the 'Limeys' ruled the waves. As the citrus trade grew in importance in the nineteenth century, the Sicilian Mafia was established among citrus farmers, protecting their crops and their livelihoods. From the art of the Renaissance to modern advertising and graphic design, this richly illustrated, invigorating cultural history reveals how these extraordinary, life-giving fruits have flavoured, scented, healed and coloured our world., From Oranges, lemons, and limes to mandarins, citrons, and pomelos, citrus fruits occupy a unique place in global cultural history. With associations of health and wealth, adventure and exploration, they appear in the art, literature, religion, cuisine, and science of societies around the world and across many centuries. Citrus traces the history of these fruits through the works of ancient thinkers, Chinese historians, Arab geographers, European royal collectors, artists, physicians, and botanists. Richly illustrated with medieval manuscripts and Renaissance painting, archival photography, and modern advertising, this invigorating cultural history reveals how these extraordinary, life-giving fruits have flavored, scented, healed, and colored our world.
LC Classification NumberSB369.M3 2024
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