James Brooke-Smith examines the public school, training ground for the ruling elite and a symbol of British national identity and tradition.
Richard Foss chronicles the evolution of rum from a raw spirit concocted for slaves five hundred years ago, to a beverage savoured by connoisseurs. Rum: A Global History features... Læs mere
In this comprehensive global history, Alan Mayne explores the evolution and meaning of the 'slum', from its origins in London early in the nineteenth century to its use to describe favela communities in the lead up to the Rio de Janeiro Olympic games in 2016.
An exploration of the visual elusiveness at the core of Giorgione’s work.
In Sex in the World of Myth, David Leeming argues that sex is as important in myths as it is in our lives.
A botanical and cultural history of the rose, perhaps the world's most popular flower.
A delightful global history of mustard, one of the world’s most loved condiments.
A new account of the controversial alchemist, physician and social radical known as Paracelsus.
An exploration of the meteoric rise of the now-ubiquitous avocado.
A comprehensive account of France’s rich culinary history.
Demonstrates the pivotal role that food played in shaping Britain during the ‘long’ 18th century.
The rich history of the intoxicating and evocative spice, vanilla.