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Mango: A Global History

Mango: A Global History

Hardcover

Series: Edible

AgricultureFruits & Vegetables

Publisher Price: $19.95

ISBN10: 1789149150
ISBN13: 9781789149159
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Published: Oct 16 2024
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.80 Width: 4.60 Depth: 7.40
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.

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