How Carrots Won the Trojan War - Paperback
How Carrots Won the Trojan War - Paperback
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Language
English
ISBN-13 / SKU
9781603429689
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by Rebecca Rupp (Author)
Discover why Roman gladiators were massaged with onion juice before battle, how celery contributed to Casanova's conquests, how peas almost poisoned General Washington, and why some seventeenth-century turnips were considered degenerate. Rebecca Rupp tells the strange and fascinating history of 23 of the world's most popular vegetables. Gardeners, foodies, history buffs, and anyone who wants to know the secret stories concealed in a salad are sure to enjoy this delightful and informative collection.
Number of Pages: 384
Dimensions: 1 x 7.9 x 4.9 IN
Publication Date: October 07, 2011
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