{"title":"Sophie D. Coe","description":"\u003cp\u003eSophie D. Coe, a distinguished author and anthropologist, is celebrated for her insightful contributions to the fields of history and culinary studies. Her works seamlessly blend rigorous research with engaging narratives, making complex historical topics accessible to a broad audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her most acclaimed titles, \u003cem\u003eThe True History of Chocolate\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the rich and fascinating journey of chocolate from its ancient origins to its present-day status as a global delicacy. Co-authored with her husband, Michael D. Coe, this book is a testament to her ability to transform historical data into compelling stories that captivate and educate readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSophie D. Coe's collection is ideal for those intrigued by the intersections of culture, history, and gastronomy. Through her meticulously researched books, readers are invited to explore the fascinating narratives that shape our world's culinary heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-true-history-of-chocolate-by-sophie-d-coe-9780500294741","title":"The True History of Chocolate","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChocolate - 'the food of the Gods'\u003c\/em\u003e - has had a long and eventful history. Its story is expertly told here by the doyen of Maya studies, Michael Coe, and his late wife, Sophie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book begins 3,000 years ago in the Mexican jungles and goes on to draw on aspects of archaeology, botany, and socio-economics. Used as currency and traded by the Aztecs, chocolate arrived in Europe via the conquistadors, and was soon a favourite drink with aristocrats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy the 19th century and industrialization, chocolate became a food for the masses - until its revival in our own time as a luxury item. Chocolate has also been giving up some of its secrets to modern neuroscientists, who have been investigating how flavour perception is mediated by the human brain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the book closes with two contemporary accounts of how chocolate manufacturers have (or have not) been dealing with the ethical side of the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46851525869804,"sku":"9780500294741","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2768273482366.jpg?v=1759104687"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sophie-d-coe.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}