Performing the Edible by Kristin Hunt - 9781032885933

Name: Performing the Edible by Kristin Hunt - 9781032885933
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Explore the complex intersection of food studies and performance art in Performing the Edible: Sustenance, Sensation, and Sustainability. Edited by Kristin Hunt, this insightful work examines how the act of eating is not merely a biological necessity, but a deeply cultural and performative experience. The text delves into how food shapes our sensory perceptions and our relationship with the environment, challenging readers to rethink the sustainability of modern dietary practices. This academic volume provides a multidisciplinary approach, connecting performance theory with sociological studies to highlight the importance of food in contemporary society. Essential reading for students and researchers in food studies, performance studies, and sustainability, this hardback edition offers a rigorous investigation into how we perform our daily sustenance. Product summary: Performing the Edible: Sustenance, Sensation, and Sustainability by Kristin Hunt, academic food studies book, hardback non-fiction, environmental and cultural analysis of food.