How Carrots Won the Trojan War: Curious (but True) Stories of Common Vegetables
Nourriture et boissons , Maisons et jardins , Histoire
Audio avec voix de synthèse, Braille automatisé
Résumé
Discover why Roman gladiators were massaged with onion juice before battle, how celery contributed to Casanova’s conquests, how peas almost poisoned General Washington, and why some seventeenth-century turnips were considered degenerate. Rebecca Rupp tells the strange and fascinating history of… 23 of the world’s most popular vegetables. Gardeners, foodies, history buffs, and anyone who wants to know the secret stories concealed in a salad are sure to enjoy this delightful and informative collection.