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Explore the fascinating world of bananas with 'Banana: A Global History' by Lorna Piatti-Farnell, published by Reaktion Books in 2016. This captivating book dives deep into the multifaceted journey of the banana, often celebrated as everyone’s favorite fruit. Discover how this quick and delicious staple has shaped diets and cultures around the globe. From its early agricultural roots in New Guinea to its modern-day appeal in kitchens worldwide, this book reveals the intricate layers of colonial influences, capitalist pursuits, and the surprising narratives that define the history of bananas.
This expertly researched volume discusses not only the banana's culinary versatility—ideal for smoothies, desserts, and healthy snacks—but also the sociopolitical context that surrounds its production and distribution. Whether you are a fruit enthusiast, a culinary explorer, or someone interested in global history and culture, this book is your gateway to understanding why the banana is one of the most beloved foods across continents.
Shipping for this item is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781780235714.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780235714
Year: 2016
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
For over a century, the banana has been rumoured to be everybody's favourite fruit. Quick and easy to eat, tasty and versatile in its culinary uses, the banana is a staple of many diets around the world. The banana's history, however, is more than simply a succession of happy family scenes and the appeal of exotic locations. The growth and development of the fruit we know and love today is entangled with colonial practices, capitalist enterprise, sexual politics and even horrific murders. In this book, Lorna Piatti-Farnell delves into the long-standing history of the banana, and looks into the circumstances that have aligned to make this fruit one of the most popular foods on the planet. Banana: A Global History takes us from the agricultural beginnings of the banana in New Guinea, to the fruit's almost ubiquitous presence in culinary repertoires around the globe.
Culture researcher Lorna Piatti-Farnell tells us about the quirky history of bananas on Studio 10
This expertly researched volume discusses not only the banana's culinary versatility—ideal for smoothies, desserts, and healthy snacks—but also the sociopolitical context that surrounds its production and distribution. Whether you are a fruit enthusiast, a culinary explorer, or someone interested in global history and culture, this book is your gateway to understanding why the banana is one of the most beloved foods across continents.
Shipping for this item is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781780235714.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780235714
Year: 2016
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
For over a century, the banana has been rumoured to be everybody's favourite fruit. Quick and easy to eat, tasty and versatile in its culinary uses, the banana is a staple of many diets around the world. The banana's history, however, is more than simply a succession of happy family scenes and the appeal of exotic locations. The growth and development of the fruit we know and love today is entangled with colonial practices, capitalist enterprise, sexual politics and even horrific murders. In this book, Lorna Piatti-Farnell delves into the long-standing history of the banana, and looks into the circumstances that have aligned to make this fruit one of the most popular foods on the planet. Banana: A Global History takes us from the agricultural beginnings of the banana in New Guinea, to the fruit's almost ubiquitous presence in culinary repertoires around the globe.
Culture researcher Lorna Piatti-Farnell tells us about the quirky history of bananas on Studio 10