The Taste for Civilization Karen Staniland Others ponder infinity and number

Others ponder infinity and number

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The Taste for Civilization Karen Staniland Others ponder infinity and numberThis book explores the idea that table activities the mealtime rituals of food preparation, serving, and dining lay the foundation for a proper education on the value of civility, the importance of the common good, and what it means to be a good citizen. The arts of conversation and diplomatic speech are learned and practiced at tables, and a political history of food practices recasts thoughtfulness and generosity as virtues that enhance civil