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From Incan gardens in the Andes thousands of years ago to a NASA manned rocket destined for Mars in the twenty-first century, the long journey of the potato is a fascinating narrative in world history. Despite its humble appearance, the potato has played a significant role in human civilization, both as a staple food and a catalyst for change.
John Reader's book sheds light on the potato's domestication in Peru 8,000 years ago and its current status as the fourth largest food crop worldwide. With a witty and engaging style, Reader unveils the true power of this unassuming tuber.
Throughout history, the potato has been both celebrated and criticized. It has been hailed as a solution to hunger and utilized as a tool of exploitation. It has been blamed for famine and death, yet also recognized for its ability to drive progress. The potato's influence on human events cannot be ignored.
Reader delves into the potato's impact in sixteenth-century South America, where Spanish conquerors fed thousands of native people with the indigenous potato. In eighteenth-century Europe, the nutrition-packed potato sparked a population explosion. Today, the potato remains a crucial food source globally, but its heavy reliance on chemicals raises concerns.
Wherever the potato has become a staple food, social change has ensued. Its history is far from dull, as Reader demonstrates. The seemingly unglamorous potato has left an indelible mark on human civilization, showcasing the power of a humble vegetable.
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publisher | ‎Yale University Press; Illustrated edition (March 29, 2011) | ||||
language | ‎English | ||||
paperback | ‎336 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | ‎0300171455 | ||||
isbn_13 | ‎978-0300171457 | ||||
item_weight | ‎1.05 pounds | ||||
dimensions | ‎6 x 0.75 x 9 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #166,663 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #27 in Potato Cooking #193 in Gastronomy History (Books) #197 in Vegetable Gardening | ||||
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