Mango: A Global History by Kirker, Constance L.

Mango: A Global History

From smoothies to folklore, a global history of the many incarnations of the mango. This beautifully illustrated...
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Author: Constance L. Kirker
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Mango: A Global History by Kirker, Constance L.

Mango: A Global History

BD$29.95

Mango: A Global History

BD$29.95
Author: Constance L. Kirker
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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.

Author: Constance L. Kirker, Mary Newman
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Published: 09/16/2024
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781789149159


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/22/2024

About the Author
Constance L. Kirker is a retired professor of art history at Pennsylvania State University. An avid gardener and foodie, she has written numerous research publications on food history. Mary Newman taught environmental health at Ohio University and the University of Malta. With Kirker, she is coauthor of Cherry, Edible Flowers: A Global History, and Coconut: A Global History, all also published by Reaktion Books.

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