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A History of the World in 6 Glasses

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Availability:In StockContributor:Tom StandagePublish date:2006-04-01Pages:336
Language:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury USAISBN-13:9780802715524ISBN-10:802715524UPC:9780802715524Book Category:History, CookingBook Subcategory:World, Beverages, HistoryBook Topic:Alcoholic- GeneralSize:8.20 x 5.40 x 1.10 inchesWeight:0.7011Product ID:SC4JF3Y0P1

New York Times Bestseller * The inspiration for the TV series starring Dan Aykroyd

"There aren't many books this entertaining that also provide a cogent crash course in ancient, classical and modern history." --Los Angeles Times

Beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola: In Tom Standage's deft, innovative account of world history, these six beverages turn out to be much more than just ways to quench thirst. They also represent six eras that span the course of civilization--from the adoption of agriculture, to the birth of cities, to the advent of globalization. A History of the World in 6 Glasses tells the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the twenty-first century through each epoch's signature refreshment. As Standage persuasively argues, each drink is in fact a kind of technology, advancing culture and catalyzing the intricate interplay of different societies. After reading this enlightening book, you may never look at your favorite drink in quite the same way again.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury USAISBN-13:9780802715524ISBN-10:802715524UPC:9780802715524Book Category:History, CookingBook Subcategory:World, Beverages, HistoryBook Topic:Alcoholic- GeneralSize:8.20 x 5.40 x 1.10 inchesWeight:0.7011Product ID:SC4JF3Y0P1
Tom Standage is deputy editor of The Economist and author of six history books, including Writing on the Wall, The Victorian Internet, and the New York Times bestseller An Edible History of Humanity. He lives in London
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA

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