The Story Of Sugar (1910)

By George Thomas Surface

Book Overview

The Story of Sugar, written by George Thomas Surface and originally published in 1910, is a comprehensive historical account of the origins and evolution of sugar production and consumption around the world. The book begins with a discussion of the early history of sugar, tracing its origins in India and the Middle East and its spread to other parts of the world, including Europe and the Americas. Surface then delves into the mechanics of sugar production, exploring the various methods used to extract sugar from plants such as sugarcane and sugar beets. Throughout the book, Surface highlights the economic and social impact of sugar on various societies, including the role of sugar production in the transatlantic slave trade and the emergence of sugar plantations in the Americas. He also discusses the rise of sugar as a commodity and its impact on global trade and commerce. The Story of Sugar is a detailed and informative account of the history of sugar, covering everything from its early uses in medicine and cooking to its role in the modern food industry. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of food and agriculture, as well as those interested in the economic and social impact of global trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104400995
• ISBN13: 9781104400996
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"