John Varriano
Wine: A Cultural History
Wine: A Cultural History
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John Varriano's Wine: A Cultural History explores the profound impact of wine on society and culture throughout history, from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to the New World wine industry today. It examines how wine is made, its transformative effects on body and mind in art, literature, and science, and its role in rituals and revelries.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Wine: A Cultural History is a captivating journey through the rich history of wine, exploring its profound impact on society and culture throughout the ages. Beginning in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, John Varriano delves into the art of winemaking, its role in rituals and revelries, and its transformative effects on the body and mind. He examines the influence of wine on art, literature, and science, from the mosaics of ancient Rome to the poetry of Emily Dickinson and the paintings of Caravaggio, Bosch, and Manet. This amiable tour of wine's history is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys a glass of wine or is interested in the rich history of human creativity and consumption.
Weight: 710g
Dimension: 172 x 219 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789146455
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