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This beautifully illustrated book takes us on a tour through the rich world of mangoes, which inspire fervent devotion across the world. In South Asia, mangoes boast a history steeped in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, even earning a mention in the Kama Sutra. Beyond myth, the authors show us that mangoes hold literary significance as a potent metaphor. While mango-flavored smoothies grace Western grocery shelves, the true essence of sweet, juicy mangoes or tangy, unripe varieties is a rarity: supermarket offerings often prioritise shelf-life over taste. This book offers an accessible introduction to the world of true mango aficionados and the thousand varieties they cherish.

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9781789149159

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"""Kirker and Newman weave a beautiful narrative around one of South East Asia's most prized and glorious possessions - the mango.""-- ""Sonal Ved, author of ""Tiffin"" and ""Whose Samosa Is It Anyway?"""""

"""Kirker and Newman weave a beautiful narrative around one of South East Asia's most prized and glorious possessions - the mango.""-- ""Sonal Ved, author of Tiffin and Whose Samosa Is It Anyway?"""

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Constance L. Kirker is a retired Pennsylvania State University professor of art history. An avid gardener and foodie, she has written numerous research publications on food history. Mary Newman has taught at Ohio University and the University of Malta and is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

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