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This homage to the pie is stylishly presented. Clarkson’s prose is clear and informative and there are dozens of fine illustrations photos, drawings, etchings, diagrams and reproductions of paintings many in striking colour. All depict a pie of some sort. * The Australian * Relate[s] many wonderful stories about pies in a book that almost gives off the savoury, buttery aroma of flaky pastry and tasty fillings . . . Pie is the latest in a series of small, engaging and beautifully illustrated books . . . Clarkson weaves these tales, with arch wit, into a splendid story. * Sydney Morning Herald * Complete with historical recipes and a good dose of humour, this book is crammed full of delicious, mouth-watering facts that will appeal to history buffs and foodies alike. * <i>The Chronicle</i>, Queensland * Clarkson’s loving ode to pie is a rich, savory history of one of the worlds oldest and most iconic dishes . . . With enthusiasm and detailed research, Clarkson’s entertaining history is a nutrient-rich meal for the mind, sure to be devoured as happily as its subject. * <i>Publishers Weekly</i> * An all-encompassing look at the world of pies in all their glorious pastry history. With lesser-known facts, period photos and recipes, this book is far from just a history lesson on the origin of pies. * <i>British Baker magazine</i> * I expected this book to be a good read and it does not disappoint. It would be a great gift for any lover of food, food history or history in general. Pie: A Global History is an attractive volume and a worthwhile addition to any serious book collection. * <i>MostlyFood.co.uk</i> * Janet Clarkson’s food history blog The Old Foodie is at * www.theoldfoodie.com *

This homage to the pie is stylishly presented. Clarkson's prose is clear and informative and there are dozens of fine illustrations photos, drawings, etchings, diagrams and reproductions of paintings many in striking colour. All depict a pie of some sort. The Australian relate[s] many wonderful stories about pies in a book that almost gives off the savoury, buttery aroma of flaky pastry and tasty fillings ... Pie is the latest in a series of small, engaging and beautifully illustrated books ... Clarkson weaves these tales, with arch wit, into a splendid story. Sydney Morning Herald Complete with historical recipes and a good dose of humour, this book is crammed full of delicious, mouth-watering facts that will appeal to history buffs and foodies alike. The Chronicle, Queensland an all-encompassing look at the world of pies in all their glorious pastry history. With lesser-known facts, period photos and recipes, this book is far from just a history lesson on the origin of pies. British Baker magazine I expected this book to be a good read and it does not disappoint. It would be a great gift for any lover of food, food history or history in general. Pie: A Global History is an attractive volume and a worthwhile addition to any serious book collection.

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Janet Clarkson writes regularly on culinary history and is also the author of Pie: A Global History (Reaktion, 2008), Soup: A Global History (Reaktion, 2010). She lives in Queensland, Australia.

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