A natural history of wine

A natural history of wine

by Ian Tattersall, Rob DeSalle

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"Conversational and accessible to everyone, this colorfully illustrated book embraces almost every imaginable area of the sciences, from microbiology and ecology (for an understanding of what creates this complex beverage) to physiology and neurobiology (for insight into the effects of wine on the mind and body). The authors draw on physics, chemistry, biochemistry, evolution, and climatology, and they expand the discussion to include insights from anthropology, primatology, entomology, Neolithic archaeology, and even classical history. The resulting volume is indispensible for anyone who wishes to appreciate wine to its fullest."--

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    How did learning about the deep evolutionary history of our attraction to fermented fruits change your perspective on humanity's long relationship with alcohol?

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    The book blends rigorous science—from microbiology to climatology—with the cultural history of wine; which scientific discipline surprised you the most in its connection to winemaking, and why?

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    Tattersall and DeSalle explore how wine has shaped human civilization and social structures from Neolithic times onward; in what ways do you see wine playing a similar role in bringing people together in modern society?

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