Hardcover
From sacred ritual to sweet treat: explore chocolate’s fascinating story.
The Philosophy of Chocolate
$30.05
- Hardcover
112 pages
- Release Date
16 January 2024
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Summary
The Alluring World of Chocolate: A Philosophical Indulgence
What makes chocolate so alluring? Why is it the inspiration for endless culinary creativity? Sam Bilton explores our complex relationship with this versatile confection, which is made from the humble beans of the tropical cacao tree.
Divided thematically, the book moves between the ceremonial uses of chocolate and its reputation as an aphrodisiac, investigates its reputed health properties and poisonous possibilitie…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780712354349 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0712354344 |
| Series: | British Library Philosophies |
| Author: | Sam Bilton |
| Publisher: | British Library Publishing |
| Imprint: | British Library Publishing |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 112 |
| Release Date: | 16 January 2024 |
| Weight: | 230g |
| Dimensions: | 200mm x 130mm |
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About The Author
Sam Bilton
Sam Bilton is an author, food historian and presenter of the Comfortably Hungry podcast. She also provides cookery demonstrations, particularly on vintage cuisine, and appears on TV and radio.
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