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"Like many miniencyclopedias, this one is studded with often intriguing facts." -- KirkusFrom the chief historian at HISTORY comes a rich chronicle of the evolution of American cuisine and culture, from before Columbus's arrival to today.Did you know that the first graham crackers were designed to reduce sexual desire Or that Americans have tried fad diets for almost two hundred years Why do we say things like "buck" for a dollar and "living high on the hog" How have economics, technology, and social movements changed our tastes Uncover these and other fascinating aspects of American food traditions in The American Plate.Dr. Libby H. O'Connell takes readers on a mouth-watering journey through America's culinary evolution into the vibrant array of foods we savor today.



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