The book of spice : from anise to zedoary
O'Connell, John, 1972?-2015
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Spices are rare things, at once familiar and exotic, comforting us in favourite dishes while evoking far-flung countries, Arabian souks, trade winds, colonial conquests and vast fortunes. From anise to zedoary, this volume introduces us to their properties, both medical and magical, and the fascinating stories that lie behind both kitchen staples and esoteric luxuries. John O'Connell's bite-size chapters combine insights on history and art, religion and medicine, culture and science, richly seasoned with anecdotes and recipes.
Main title:
The book of spice : from anise to zedoary / John O'Connell.
Author:
O'Connell, John, 1972?-, author
Imprint:
London : Profile Books, 2015.
Collation:
272 pages ; 23 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9781781253045 (hbk)
Dewey class:
641.3383
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
1115227