Publisher's Synopsis
A huge number of factors have influenced cultures throughout history, including food and nutrition. For centuries, cultures and civilizations have been changed by the kinds of food eaten and methods of preparing or raising food. Find out how food and nutrition have shaped the world we live in today, from our beliefs to our traditions. Learn about food from nations around the globe and the role that food plays in national culture. Discover the global food connections that tie our world together, from trade to politics to charity.
