The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting

The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats

The true adventures of David Fairchild, a turn-of-the-century food explorer who traveled the globe and introduced diverse crops like avocados, mangoes, seedless grapesâ€”and thousands moreâ€”to the American plate.

â€œFascinating.â€â€”The New York Times Book Review â€¢ â€œFast-paced adventure writing.â€â€”The Wall Street Journal â€¢ â€œRichly descriptive.â€â€”Kirkus â€¢ â€œA must-read for foodies.â€â€”HelloGiggles

In the nineteenth century, American meals were about subsistence, not enjoyment. But as a new century approached, appetites broadened, and David Fairchild, a young botanist with an insatiable lust to explore and experience the world, set out in search of foods that would enrich the American farmer and enchant the American eater.

Kale from Croatia, mangoes from India, and hops from Bavaria. Peaches from China, avocados from Chile, and pomegranates from Malta. Fairchildâ€™s finds werenâ€™t just limited to food: From Egypt he sent back a variety of cotton that revolutionized an industry, and via Japan he introduced the cherry blossom tree, forever brightening Americaâ€™s capital. Along the way, he was arrested, caught diseases, and bargained with island tribes. But his culinary ambition came during a formative era, and through him, America transformed into the most diverse food system ever created.

â€œDaniel Stone draws the reader into an intriguing, seductive world, rich with stories and surprises.Â The Food ExplorerÂ shows you the history and drama hidden in your fruit bowl. Itâ€™s a delicious piece of writing.â€â€”Susan Orlean,Â New York TimesÂ bestselling author ofÂ The Orchid Thief and The Library Book
Country USA
Brand Dutton
Manufacturer Dutton
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9781101990599
Color Orange
ReleaseDate 2019-02-05
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781101990599

Country	USA
Brand	Dutton
Manufacturer	Dutton
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9781101990599
Color	Orange
ReleaseDate	2019-02-05
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781101990599

The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats

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