Beer explores a legion of brews from Mexico to Milwaukee, and from Beijing to Bruges, in a study of the beverage from the early origins to its contemporary consumption.
In Herbs, Gary Allen tells the story of these oft-overlooked plants, which have become such a staple in our lives. Allen's truly global history examines herbs in a way never seen before.
Renowned historian Joanna Bourke explores the modern history of bestiality.
A fun yet comprehensive celebration of the world’s fermented food and drink.
A trenchant exposé of workers’ struggles in our age of ‘smart machines’.
A significant, personal anthology of concrete poetry by curator Nancy Perloff.
Food historian Helen Saberi explores the rich and fascinating history of tea.
The rich story of the lighthouse in the human imagination.
An exploration of the botanical history and cultural impact of house plants.
A gripping, provocative account of doping in sport.
A complete re-evaluation of the purpose of the workplace, due to the global pandemic.
A superbly illustrated, innovative history of British art, seen from the perspective of the home.