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A review by sjgrodsky
Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat by Bee Wilson
5.0
The five stars is a courtesy. Id really like to give 4 1/2 because the book lacks sufficient illustrations. Many times the author describes something rather carefully but I still can't visualize the object or process. A photo would have been ever so helpful.
But thats my only critique. Otherwise the book is well researched, well written (though self consciously "clever" at times), and engaging. The short bit on rice cookers had me nodding in agreement. It is one of those brilliant devices you think you don't need. Until you get one and find it indispensable.
But thats my only critique. Otherwise the book is well researched, well written (though self consciously "clever" at times), and engaging. The short bit on rice cookers had me nodding in agreement. It is one of those brilliant devices you think you don't need. Until you get one and find it indispensable.