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Much Depends on Dinner is a delightful and intelligent history of the food we eat. Presented as a meal, each chapter represents a different course or garnish. Margaret Visser looks to the most ordinary American dinner for her subject - corn on the cob with butter and salt, roast chicken with rice, salad dressed in lemon juice and olive oil, and ice cream - submerging herself in the story behind each food.

From Darjeeling to Lapsang Souchon, from India to Japan-a fresh, concise, world-encompassing exploration of the way tea has shaped politics, culture, and the environment throughout history. From the fourth century BC in China, where it was used as an aid in Buddhist meditation, to the Boston Tea Party in 1773, to its present-day role as the most consumed substance on the planet, the humble Camellia plant has had profound effects on civilization.

Goddess Alpha: Directions Home features a blend of poetry, reflections, action, and meditations from goddesses representing each letter of the alphabet. The stories begin with Artemis, the virginal hunter, and continue with Eos, the ostentatious goddess of dawn, and Hecate, the healer. The chapters conclude with the Zorya sisters, who guard the universe from a devouring beast. Each of the 26 goddesses offers guidance on finding direction in life and creatively tackling tasks of invention and inspiration.

Ignite Your Passion for Metalwork Dive into the captivating world of welding with "Welding Unleashed," a comprehensive guide that lights up every corner of this fiery craft. Co-authored by the dynamic duo, Harold Laski, a seasoned physician with a flare for fusing metals, and his wife Carmen, a certified EMT and welding aficionado, this book is more than just a technical manual - it's a journey into the heart of welding. At the core of "Welding Unleashed" is the expertise of Jesus Ramirez, a master welder with over two decades of hands-on experience. His wisdom transforms this book into an ...

Without mantras or manifestos, 29 writers serve up sharp, sweet, and candid memories; salty irreverence; and delicious original recipes. Food is so much more than what we eat. The Cassoulet Saved Our Marriage is an anthology of original essays about how we learn (and relearn) to eat, and how pivotal food is beyond the table.

**Step into the Wilderness with Mastery Discover the Ultimate Guide to DIY Camping Gear in "CampCraft"** Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and elevate your outdoor experience? "CampCraft" is not just a book—it is the definitive compendium for adventurers seeking to forge their trail and create gear that is as unique as their journey. With this guide in hand, you will unlock the secrets of crafting bespoke camping equipment that harmonizes with nature and embodies your personal touch. Envision yourself beneath the stars, enshrouded in a self-made shelter that is a testament to your ...

Tracing culinary customs from the Stone Age to the stovetop range, from the raw to the nuked, this book elucidates the factors and myths shaping Americans' eating habits. The diversity of food habits and rituals is considered from a psychological perspective. Explored are questions such as 'Why does the working class prefer sweet drinks over bitter?', 'Why do the affluent tend to roast their potatoes?', and 'What is so comforting about macaroni and cheese anyway?'

Traveling to be reunited with her family in the arctic, 10-year-old Margaret Pokiak can hardly contain her excitement. It’s been two years since her parents delivered her to the school run by the dark-cloaked nuns and brothers. Coming ashore, Margaret spots her family, but her mother barely recognizes her, screaming, “Not my girl”. Margaret realizes she is now marked as an outsider. And Margaret is an outsider: She has forgotten the language and stories of her people, and she can’t even stomach the food her mother prepares.