Food and the City in Europe since 1800

Explore the intricate relationship between urbanization and food systems in Food and the City in Europe since 1800 by Peter Lummel. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2016, this compelling paperback spans 280 pages and delves into how the rapid growth of cities has transformed diets and food supply across Western Europe over the last two centuries.

Lummel brings together a rich collection of studies that highlight the essential connections between significant shifts in European social history and the evolution of food systems, cultures, and politics. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of urban life and culinary traditions, providing valuable insights into how our modern food landscape has been shaped by historical events.