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Mango

A Global History

Constance L. Kirker Mary Newman

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English
Reaktion Books
01 November 2024
Series: Edible
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 prioritise shelf-life over taste.

This book offers an accessible introduction to the world of true mango aficionados and the thousand varieties they cherish.
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Imprint:   Reaktion Books
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 197mm,  Width: 120mm, 
ISBN:   9781789149159
ISBN 10:   1789149150
Series:   Edible
Pages:   160
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Introduction 1 Magnificent Mango: Botany, Production and Health 2 Mango Movement 3 Mughals and Mangoes 4 British and European Connections to Mango 5 Mao, Mangoes and the East 6 Sugary Sweet to Sharply Sour: Philippines, Southeast Asia, Australia and South Pacific 7 Mangoes, Metaphors and Meanings 8 Mango Miracle: Future Potential of Mangoes Recipes References Select Bibliography Websites and Associations Acknowledgements Photo Acknowledgements Index

Constance L. Kirker is a retired Pennsylvania State University professor of art history. An avid gardener and foodie, she has written numerous research publications on food history. Mary Newman has taught at Ohio University and the University of Malta and is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Reviews for Mango: A Global History

""Mango-lovers contend that to enjoy this tropical fruit you have to embrace its drippy, sticky essence. The scholars Constance L. Kirker and Mary Newman embrace this perspective in Mango: A Global History, arguing that ‘the total experience of smell, touch, taste and texture is the very point of a mango’ . . . Those looking to enjoy Mango fully might be advised to treat the history like the fruit itself: Sink your teeth in and embrace the mess."" - Jennifer Bortner, Wall Street Journal ""Mango excels in its historical depth and visual appeal, providing a treasure trove of global narratives for food historians, cultural enthusiasts and anyone curious about the intersection of food and history. It’s a delightful read that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for this beloved fruit."" - Aramco World ""Kirker and Newman’s exhaustive research turns up plenty that informs and entertains . . . readers with a taste for trivia will eat this up."" - Publishers Weekly ""Kirker and Newman weave a beautiful narrative around one of South East Asia’s most prized and glorious possessions – the mango."" - Sonal Ved, author of Tiffin and Whose Samosa Is It Anyway?


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