The Wonders Of The World With Plates
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The Book of Marvels
Author: Larisa Grollemond
language: en
Publisher: Getty Publications
Release Date: 2024-07-23
This fascinating volume explores an important fifteenth-century illustrated manuscript tradition that provides a revealing glimpse of how western Europeans conceptualized the world. From the classical encyclopedias of Pliny to famous tales such as The Travels of Marco Polo, historical travel writing has had a lasting impact, despite the fact that it was based on a curious mixture of truth, legend, and outright superstition. One foundational medieval source that expands on the ancient idea of the “wonders of the world” is the fifteenth-century French Book of the Marvels of the World, an illustrated guide to the globe filled with oddities, curiosities, and wonders—tales of fantasy and reality intended for the medieval armchair traveler. The fifty-six locales featured in the manuscript are presented in a manner that suggests authority and objectivity but are rife with stereotypes and mischaracterizations, meant to simultaneously instill a sense of wonder and fear in readers. In The Book of Marvels, the authors explore the tradition of encyclopedias and travel writing, examining the various sources for geographic knowledge in the Middle Ages. They look closely at the manuscript copies of the French text and its complex images, delving into their origins, style, content, and meaning. Ultimately, this volume seeks to unpack how medieval white Christian Europeans saw their world and how the fear of difference—so pervasive in society today—is part of a long tradition stretching back millennia.
Jack Stein's World on a Plate
“In the past 20 years there have been huge movements in the way we British think about produce. As someone is involved in that conversation I have seen it change and now, more than ever, the produce that is available to the keen home cook has increased in variety and quality immensely. What this means is that the home cook is now faced with the fantastic situation of being able to source the produce needed to make great food all year round. It is important that this movement progresses, and that if we choose to source our meat, fish and other major ingredients from Britain, why not have fun with world food concepts?” In this beautiful new book, Jack Stein combines his culinary experience from working in restaurants around the world and his passion for British produce to create 100 dishes to enchant and entice home cooks. From dishes such as chilli crab (using the very finest Cornish crab) and Szechuan-style duck to monkfish satay and buttermilk fried chicken, the recipes featured are all easy to follow and simple to make, bringing the taste of exotic holidays to our own kitchen tables. Stunning photography complements these delightful recipes, ensuring this is a book you will cook from time and time again.
The Great Opus
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-07-19
Embark on an extraordinary odyssey of discovery with "The Great Opus," an awe-inspiring journey through the vast expanse of scientific knowledge. Delve into the mysteries of the cosmos, unraveling the secrets of stars, galaxies, and the origins of the universe itself. Explore the wonders of planet Earth, uncovering the forces that shape its landscapes, the diversity of life that inhabits it, and the delicate balance of its ecosystems. Within these pages, you will traverse the microscopic realm of cells and molecules, witnessing the intricate dance of life's fundamental building blocks. Explore the marvels of evolution, tracing the remarkable journey of life's diversification and adaptation. Discover the nature of matter, delving into the structure of atoms and the forces that govern their interactions. Unravel the mysteries of motion, light, and sound, unlocking the secrets of energy transfer and transformation. Immerse yourself in the world of electricity and magnetism, uncovering the power that drives our modern technological marvels. Delve into the realm of heat and thermodynamics, understanding the fundamental principles that govern energy flow and utilization. Venture into the fascinating realm of nuclear physics, where the secrets of atoms and their interactions hold the key to unlocking the vast potential of nuclear energy. "The Great Opus" is more than just a comprehensive encyclopedia of scientific knowledge; it is an invitation to engage with the wonders of the world around us, to question, to explore, and to discover. Written with clarity, passion, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of science, this book is an essential companion for anyone seeking to expand their understanding of the universe and their place within it. Prepare to be captivated, enlightened, and inspired as you embark on this extraordinary voyage of scientific discovery. If you like this book, write a review!