"Eating" is a fundamental feature of Chinese secular culture. The author intervenes in the study of the development and evolution of diet as an archaeologist, thus entering the category of social history. The author details the evolution of all the eating utensils, cooking methods, and food anecdotes, and examines their origins one by one. It is a popular work with academic standards.
This is a rich textual textual history of food. It is a friendly and knowledgeable food journey that makes you want to read it. The author's fluent ability in integrating information and writing is top-notch. Various historical materials and allusions are readily available without being cumbersome at all, giving people eye-opening surprises and fun. After the second edition, more than 100 color pictures will be added, trying to vividly restore the evolution of Chinese food culture.
Reader comments
The author's research is detailed and his writing is fluent, making it not boring to read at all. Moreover, the content in the book is closely related to my life and reminds me of my own eating habits. Just like the "Five Flavors, Six Harmonies, and Twelve Foods" mentioned in the book, it turns out that there is so much knowledge about diet! I think this is not only a book about food, but also a book about understanding Chinese culture. Recommended to all friends who are interested in Chinese culture!
The author's research is detailed and his writing is fluent, making it not boring to read at all. Moreover, the content in the book is closely related to my life and reminds me of my own eating habits. Just like the "Five Flavors, Six Harmonies, and Twelve Foods" mentioned in the book, it turns out that there is so much knowledge about diet! I think this is not only a book about food, but also a book about understanding Chinese culture. Recommended to all friends who are interested in Chinese culture!