Edible Insects

A Global History

Gina Louise Hunter

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Reaktion Books
01 November 2021

Food & society; Mathematics & Sciences; Cookery, food & drink

Series: Edible

An estimated two billion people worldwide regularly consume insects, yet bugs are rarely eaten in the West. Why are some disgusted at the thought of eating insects while others find them delicious? Edible Insects: A Global History provides a broad introduction to the role of insects as human food, from our prehistoric past to current food trends. On the menu are beetles, butterflies, grasshoppers and grubs of many kinds, with stories that highlight traditional methods of insect collection, preparation, consumption and preservation. We encounter in this book the culinary uses of creepy crawlies across many cultures, and also learn of the potential of insects to alleviate global food shortage and natural resource overexploitation, as well as the role of world class chefs in making insects palatable to consumers in the West.

By: Gina Louise Hunter
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 120mm,
ISBN: 9781789144468
ISBN 10: 1789144469
Series: Edible
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 01 November 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Gina Louise Hunter is Associate Professor of Anthropology at Illinois State University.

Reviews for Edible Insects: A Global History

The work not only delves into the historical role of insects as human food, but their contribution to sustainable future food systems. . . . Edible Insects highlights stories of traditional methods of insect collection, preparation, consumption, and preservation. It also explores the role of world-class chefs in making insects palatable to consumers in the West. The book includes recipes for beetles, butterflies, grasshoppers, grubs, and more. -- Illinois State University News, Redbird Scholar