Mango

A Global History

AvConstance L. Kirker,Mary Newman

Inbunden, Engelska, 2024

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Beskrivning

This beautifully illustrated book takes us on a tour through the rich world of mangoes, which inspire fervent devotion across the world. In South Asia, mangoes boast a history steeped in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, even earning a mention in the Kama Sutra. Beyond myth, mangoes hold literary significance as a potent metaphor. While mango-flavoured smoothies grace Western shelves, the true essence of sweet, juicy mangoes or tangy, unripe varieties is a rarity: supermarket offerings often prioritize shelf-life over taste. True mango aficionados savour the sensory delight of over a thousand vibrant varieties, relishing diverse colours, flavours from sweet to sour, textures and fragrances.

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Utgivningsdatum:2024-08-01
Mått:120 x 197 x 19 mm
Vikt:380 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Edible
Antal sidor:184
Förlag:Reaktion Books
ISBN:9781789149159

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Constance L. Kirker (Author) Constance L. Kirker is a retired Pennsylvania State University Professor of Art History, and an avid gardener and foodie. She is co-author of Edible Flowers and Coconut (‘Edible’ series) and Cherry (‘Botanical’ series), all published by Reaktion Books.Mary Newman (Author) Mary Newman has taught environmental health at Ohio University and the University of Malta. She is co-author of Edible Flowers and Coconut (‘Edible’ series) and Cherry (‘Botanical’ series), all published by Reaktion Books.

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"Mango-lovers contend that to enjoy this tropical fruit you have to embrace its drippy, sticky essence. The scholars Constance L. Kirker and Mary Newman embrace this perspective in Mango: A Global History, arguing that ‘the total experience of smell, touch, taste and texture is the very point of a mango’ . . . Those looking to enjoy Mango fully might be advised to treat the history like the fruit itself: Sink your teeth in and embrace the mess." - Jennifer Bortner, Wall Street Journal"Mango excels in its historical depth and visual appeal, providing a treasure trove of global narratives for food historians, cultural enthusiasts and anyone curious about the intersection of food and history. It’s a delightful read that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for this beloved fruit." - Aramco World"Kirker and Newman’s exhaustive research turns up plenty that informs and entertains . . . readers with a taste for trivia will eat this up." - Publishers Weekly"Kirker and Newman weave a beautiful narrative around one of South East Asia’s most prized and glorious possessions – the mango." - Sonal Ved, author of Tiffin and Whose Samosa Is It Anyway?

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction1 Magnificent Mango: Botany, Production and Health2 Mango Movement3 Mughals and Mangoes4 British and European Connections to Mango5 Mao, Mangoes and the East6 Sugary Sweet to Sharply Sour: Philippines, Southeast Asia, Australia and South Pacific7 Mangoes, Metaphors and Meanings8 Mango Miracle: Future Potential of Mangoes RecipesReferencesSelect BibliographyWebsites and AssociationsAcknowledgementsPhoto AcknowledgementsIndex