{"product_id":"9780712354349","title":"The Philosophy of Chocolate","description":"Author: Sam Bilton\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780712354349\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: British Library Publishing\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 17 Jan 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat makes chocolate so alluring? Why is it the inspiration for endless culinary creativity? Sam Bilton explores our complex relationship with this versatile confection, which is made from the humble beans of the tropical cacao tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivided thematically, the book moves between the ceremonial uses of chocolate and its reputation as an aphrodisiac, investigates its reputed health properties and poisonous possibilities. Other chapters reveal the darker side of its production in the Americas, through slave labour and exploitation of indigenous populations, as well as its commercialisation as a sweet treat in Western cultures, and chocolate consumption around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mouth-watering, illustrated book is rounded off with tasting tips and chocolate recipes to leave you feeling fully replete.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804304527518,"sku":"ADS-9780712354349","price":24.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780712354349.jpg?v=1778207310","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780712354349","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}