Table traits, with something on them
Exploring the Societal Significance of Dining EtiquetteBy Dr. Doran
Length16h 52m
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In "Table Traits, with Something on Them," Dr. Doran embarks on an intricate exploration of domesticity and social interaction through the lens of table etiquette and its historical evolution. The book weaves together personal anecdotes, cultural critiques, and scholarly analysis, employing a conversational yet insightful literary style that invites readers into the nuanced rituals surrounding the dining experience. This work is positioned within the broader discourse on material culture and aesthetics, highlighting how objects at the table serve as reflections of identity, power dynamics, and community values across various cultures and time periods. Dr. Doran, a noted scholar in cultural studies with a particular focus on domestic spaces, draws from his extensive research and experiences in ethnography to inform this book. Having spent years observing the interactions occurring within communal settings, Doran provides a distinctive perspective on how table traits'Äîboth objects and behaviors'Äîcan reveal deeper societal structures and personal narratives. His previous work has laid the groundwork for this exploration, making it a natural evolution of his scholarly journey. I recommend "Table Traits, with Something on Them" for any reader eager to uncover the rich tapestry of meanings interwoven within everyday rituals of dining. This book enlightens not only those with an interest in cultural studies but also anyone who appreciates the subtleties of human connection, inviting reflection on how the act of gathering around a table shapes our lives.
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GenrePsychology
Length16 hrs 52 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1TABLE TRAITS,
20THE PARASITE.
2THE LEGEND OF AMPHITRYON. A PROLOGUE.
21THE TABLES OF UTOPIA AND THE GOLDEN AGE.
3DIET AND DIGESTION.
22TABLE TRAITS OF ENGLAND IN EARLY TIMES.
4WATER.
23TABLE TRAITS OF THE LAST CENTURY.
5MATERIALS FOR BREAKFAST.
24WINE AND WATER.
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6CORN.
25THE BIRTH OF THE VINE, AND WHAT HAS COME OF IT.
7BUTTER.
26THE MAKING AND MARRING OF WINE.
8TEA.
27AN INCIDENT OF TRAVEL.
9COFFEE.
28A FEW ODD GLASSES OF WINE.
10CHOCOLATE.
29THE TABLE OF THE ANCIENT AND MODERN EGYPTIANS.
11THE OLD COFFEE-HOUSES.
30THE BRIDAL AND BANQUET OF FERQUES.
12THE FRENCH CAFÉS.
31THE SUPPORT OF SAINTS OF LATER DAYS.
13THE ANCIENT COOK, AND HIS ART.
32THE CÆSARS AT TABLE.
14THE MODERN COOK, AND HIS SCIENCE.
33THEIR MAJESTIES AT MEAT.
15PEN AND INK SKETCH OF CARÈME.
34ENGLISH KINGS AT THEIR TABLES.
16DINNER TRAITS.
35THE CASTELLAN OF COUCY, OR THE HEART.
17THE MATERIALS FOR DINING.
36THE LIQUOR-LOVING LAUREATES.
18A LIGHT DINNER FOR TWO.
37SUPPER.
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