Ancient Brews
rediscovered and re-created
$28.80
- Paperback
336 pages
- Release Date
1 November 2018
Summary
Ancient Brews: Unearthing the Alcoholic Origins of Civilization
Interweaving archaeology and science, Patrick E. McGovern uncovers the world’s ancient cultures through an unlikely lens: our oldest alcoholic beverages. Our ancestors likely experimented with high-sugar fruits, honey, roots and cereals, herbs and tree resins, mixing wines, beers, meads, and botanicals together to concoct the perfect drink. By sharing the origins of brews such as the “The King Midas Golden Elixir” from …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780393356441 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0393356442 |
| Author: | Sam Calagione, Patrick E. McGovern |
| Publisher: | WW Norton & Co |
| Imprint: | WW Norton & Co |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 1 November 2018 |
| Weight: | 268g |
| Dimensions: | 211mm x 140mm x 23mm |
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Critics Review
“This book is worth reading now and well into the future.”
McGovern’s mix of gee-whiz science and thoughtful historical context makes Ancient Brews a refreshing read.–Kevin Begos “Associated Press”
About The Author
Sam Calagione
Patrick E. McGovern is the scientific director of the Biomolecular Archaeology Project for Cuisine, Fermented Beverages, and Health at University of Pennsylvania Museum and an adjunct professor of anthropology. He and Sam Calagione, founder of Dogfish Head Brewery, collaborated on the series of Ancient Ales and Spirits.
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