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Eat the City: A Tale of the Fishers, Trappers, Hunters, Foragers, Slaughterers, Butchers, Poultry Minders, Sugar Refiners, Cane Cutters, Beekeepers, W
✍️ Shulman, Robin
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📝 Description: Eat the City: A Tale of the Fishers, Trappers, Hunters, Foragers, Slaughterers, Butchers, Poultry Minders, Sugar Refiners, Cane Cutters, Beekeepers, W
Originally published in hbk.: New York: Crown, c2012.
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This title is strictly for those fascinated by food history and labor narratives rather than home cooks seeking recipes. It does not suit readers looking for practical culinary instructions or quick meal solutions. The sparse cataloging suggests a niche appeal, targeting academics and serious food writers who enjoy dense, investigative prose about urban sustenance. Those preferring light, entertaining cookbooks may find the focus on trades like cane cutting and slaughterers too heavy or abstract. It is a scholarly exploration of ingredients, not a guide to preparing them.
