A History of the World in 6 Glasses

by Standage, Tom

• ISBN13: 9780802715524
• ISBN10: 0802715524
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780802718594
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-05-16
• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA

About This Book

A History of the World in 6 Glasses

ISBN: 9780802715524

A History of the World in 6 Glasses by Tom Standage is a fascinating and engaging book that tells the story of human civilization through the lens of six beverages: beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola. This book is perfect for anyone interested in history, culture, and the evolution of human society.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in history and cultural studies courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding how everyday items have shaped human history and culture.

History and Editions

Published in 2006 by Bloomsbury USA, A History of the World in 6 Glasses has been a popular choice for those looking to explore historical narratives in an innovative and accessible way. The book's unique approach makes it an easy and agreeable read, never seeming discursive or unwieldy despite covering a vast amount of ground.

Author and Other Works

Tom Standage is the deputy editor of The Economist and the author of several history books, including Writing on the Wall, An Edible History of Humanity, and The Victorian Internet. His writing has appeared in various publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, and Wired. Standage holds a degree in engineering and computer science from Oxford University and lives in London.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780802715524
• Used Editions: Available through various sellers with different conditions (e.g., ISBN-10: 0802715524) [4]

Publication Details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
• Publication Date: April 1, 2006 [2]
• Number of Pages: 336 pages
• Dimensions: 5.50 inches wide x 8.24 inches long x 0.89 inches tall
• Weight: 0.594 pounds

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other specific editions or formats listed for this book, it is available in paperback and used editions. The book's unique approach and engaging narrative make it a valuable resource for both students and general readers interested in history and culture.

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• Annotated Edition: ISBN-10: 0802715524 / ISBN-13: 9780802715524 [4]

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Author Biography

Tom Standage is technology editor at The Economist magazine and the author of four history books, "A History of the World in Six Glasses" (2005), "The Turk" (2002), "The Neptune File" (2000) and "The Victorian Internet" (1998). He holds a degree in engineering and computer science from Oxford University, and is the least musical member of a musical family. He is married and lives in Greenwich, London, with his wife and daughter.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(8)
Vital Fluids
Beer in Mesopotamia and Egypt
A Stone--Age Brew	9	(15)
Civilized Beer	24	(19)
Wine in Greece and Rome
The Delight of Wine	43	(26)
The Imperial Vine	69	(24)
Spirits in the Colonial Period
High Spirits, High Seas	93	(19)
The Drinks That Built America	112	(21)
Coffee in the Age of Reason
The Great Soberer	133	(18)
The Coffeehouse Internet	151	(24)
Tea and the British Empire
Empires of Tea	175	(23)
Tea Power	198	(25)
Coca--Cola and the Rise of America
From Soda to Cola	223	(27)
Globalization in a Bottle	250	(16)
Epilogue. Back to the Source	266	(9)
Acknowledgments	275	(2)
Appendix. In Search of Ancient Drinks	277	(8)
Notes	285	(6)
Sources	291	(10)
Index	301