Mango A Global History |
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Author:
| Kirker, Constance L. Newman, Mary |
Series title: | Edible Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-78914-915-9 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2024 |
Publisher: | Reaktion Books, Limited
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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From smoothies to folklore, a global history of the many incarnations of the mango. 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, the authors show us that mangoes hold literary significance as a potent metaphor. While...
More Description From smoothies to folklore, a global history of the many incarnations of the mango.
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, the authors show us that mangoes hold literary significance as a potent metaphor. While mango-flavored smoothies grace Western grocery shelves, the true essence of sweet, juicy mangoes or tangy, unripe varieties is a rarity: supermarket offerings often prioritize shelf-life over taste.
This book offers an accessible introduction to the world of true mango aficionados and the thousand varieties they cherish.