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A bounty of food originated in the Americas: potatoes, chocolate, tomatoes, chile peppers, vanilla, and corn. This book enlightens readers with a brief history of the agriculture and food of the Americas, and then presents a collection of recipes which make use of ingredients native to Central and South America. A percentage of royalties will go to the preservation and restoration of the rainforest and its animals. 80 line drawings.
Food in the Caribbean reflects both the best and worst of the Caribbean's history. On the positive side, Caribbean culture has been compared with a popular stew there called callaloo. The stew analogy comes from the many different ethic groups peacefully maintaining their traditions and customs while blending together, creating a distinct new flavor. On the negative side, many foods and cooking techniques derive from a history of violent European conquest, the importation of slaves from Africa, and the indentured servitude of immigrants in the plantation system. Within this context, students and other readers will understand the diverse island societies and ethnicities through their food cul...
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This volume reviews the latest experimental and clinical research on brain plasticity. Featuring contributions from more than eighty international experts, the book examines the brain's capacity for functional recovery after various types of injury, including traumatic or ischemic brain injury and demyelinating diseases such as multiple sclerosis.