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The Kingdom of Rye

A Brief History of Russian Food
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The Kingdom of Rye by Darra Goldstein explores the rich culinary history of Russia, focusing on the cultural and social significance of rye. The book delves into the impact of this staple grain on Russian identity, tradition, and communal life, offering readers an insightful look into how a simple food item shaped a nation's heritage. Through vivid storytelling and historical context, Goldstein showcases rye's pervasive influence on Russian cuisine and society.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by how food reflects cultural identity and history. Delving into the culinary traditions and societal changes in Russia, it offers an engaging narrative that intertwines gastronomy with cultural evolution. Ideal for those who appreciate the intersection of food, history, and cultural studies.

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The Kingdom of Rye

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Celebrated food scholar Darra Goldstein takes readers on a vivid tour of history and culture through Russian cuisine.

The Kingdom of Rye unearths the foods and flavours of the Russian land. Preeminent food studies scholar Darra Goldstein offers readers a concise, engaging, and gorgeously crafted story of Russian cuisine and culture. This story demonstrates how national identity is revealed through foodβ€”and how people know who they are by what they eat together.

The Kingdom of Rye examines the Russians' ingenuity in overcoming hunger, a difficult climate, and a history of political hardship while deciphering Russia's social structures from within. This is a domestic history of Russian food that serves up a deeper history, demonstrating that the wooden spoon is mightier than the sceptre.

Series: California Studies in Food and Culture

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The Kingdom of Rye is praised for its insightful exploration of Russian cuisine, highlighting the resourcefulness of Russian cooks. Reviewers note the book's deep knowledge, enthusiasm, and the author's personal connection to Russian food. It provides a compact yet comprehensive view of the history and cultural significance of Russian dishes and is recommended for those interested in understanding the culinary interplay between Europe and Asia. The work also touches on the evolving food landscape in post-Soviet Russia.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520383890

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Illustration: 16 b-w photographs, 1 map

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 200

About the Author

Darra Goldstein is the Willcox B. and Harriet M. Adsit Professor of Russian, Emerita, at Williams College and founding editor of Gastronomica. She is author of six award-winning cookbooks, including Beyond the North Wind: Russia in Recipes and Lore.

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