by Bee Wilson
First published 2012
From fire pits to forks, the humble tools of the kitchen have profoundly shaped human civilization. In Consider the Fork, award-winning food historian Bee Wilson takes readers on a captivating journey through the evolution of cooking technology. Blending anthropology, science, and her signature wit, Wilson reveals how the spoon, the knife, and even the humble potato masher have transformed not just what we eat, but how we think about food. Whether you're a kitchen gadget aficionado or a casual dining enthusiast, this delightful book will forever change the way you see the implements at your table.
Genres: 20th-century, anthropology, cooking, 21st-century, academic, food-history
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: non-fiction
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century, 21st-Century
327 pages · Hardcover · Basic Books