Simon Charsley
Wedding Cakes and Cultural History
Wedding Cakes and Cultural History
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Wedding Cakes and Cultural History is a 1992 book that explores the history of wedding cakes, from late medieval feasts to the Victorian wedding breakfast, and its significance in material culture.
Format: Hardback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
First published in 1992, "Wedding Cakes and Cultural History" is a groundbreaking contribution to the anthropology of food. Spanning from late medieval feasts and rites to the Victorian wedding breakfast and the 1990s, this captivating book by Dr. Charsley delves into the intricate history of wedding cakes. Dr. Charsley meticulously charts the creation process of these ceremonial treats, exploring their various uses and profound meanings. Through his insightful analysis, he reveals that wedding cakes serve as a vivid illustration of the traditions and traditional values inherent in all foods. Moreover, he demonstrates the significant role that material culture plays in the process of change. While challenging in its ideas, this book is approachable in style and subject matter, making it an invaluable resource for students and teachers of anthropology, sociology, and cultural studies.
Weight: 480g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032342528
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