How Carrots Won the Trojan War

Name: How Carrots Won the Trojan War
Brand: Storey Publishing
SKU: 9781603429689-V
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By Rebecca Rupp

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Description

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.

Product details

Binding:

Paperback

Edition:

1

Number of Pages:

384

Release Date:

2011-10-07

Publication Date:

2011-10-07

Publisher:

Storey Publishing

Languages:

Original: English

ISBN10:

1603429689

ISBN13:

9781603429689

GPSR Manufacturer Reference:

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Weight:

393 g

Height:

128 cm

Width:

203 cm

Thickness:

25 cm

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Almost no signs of wear. Book pages have no markings, accessories are intact and all other media are in good condition.

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