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The Land Where Lemons Grow: The Story of Italy and Its Citrus Fruit | Helena Attlee

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A unique culinary adventure through Italian history The Land Where Lemons Grow is the sweeping story of Italy's cultural history told through the history of its citrus crops. From the early migration of citrus from the foothills of the Himalayas to Italy's shores to the persistent role of unique crops such as bergamot (and its place in the perfume and cosmetics industries) and the vital role played by Calabria's unique Diamante citrons in the Jewish celebration of Sukkoth, author Helena Attlee brings the fascinating history and its gustatory delights to life. Whether the Battle of Oranges in Ivrea, the gardens of Tuscany, or the story of the Mafia and Sicily's citrus groves, Attlee transports readers on a journey unlike any other.

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NotoriousMBG

The Land Where Lemons Grow: The Story of Italy and Its Citrus Fruit | Helena Attlee

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Picked this up randomly while browsing the library catalog on Libby. I love lemons (I used to have a Meyer lemon tree at a house my husband and I used to rent), and I mean...look at that beautiful cover. 🥰 But in all seriousness - this is a really interesting book about the history of not just lemons but citrus in Italy. It weaves cultural history of Italy from all over the country and even includes some recipes that sounded great!

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Texreader

The Land Where Lemons Grow: The Story of Italy and Its Citrus Fruit | Helena Attlee

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Crazeedi Interesting, thanks! 5y

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