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ISBN
0140298517
Book Title
Basque History of the World : the Story of a Nation
Item Length
7.7 in
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Publication Year
2001
Format
Uk-B Format Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.7 in
Author
Mark Kurlansky
Genre
History, Social Science
Topic
Europe / France, Europe / Spain & Portugal, Regional Studies, Indigenous Studies
Item Width
5.1 in
Item Weight
9.2 Oz
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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From Mark Kurlansky, the bestselling author of Cod , Salt , Birdseye , and Paper --the illuminating story of an ancient and enigmatic people Straddling a small corner of Spain and France in a land that is marked on no maps except their own, the Basques are a puzzling contradiction--they are Europe's oldest nation without ever having been a country. No one has ever been able to determine their origins, and even the Basques' language, Euskera--the most ancient in Europe--is related to none other on earth. For centuries, their influence has been felt in nearly every realm, from religion to sports to commerce. Even today, the Basques are enjoying what may be the most important cultural renaissance in their long existence, as displayed by new cookbooks like chefs Alexandra Raij and Eder Montero's The Basque Book and restaurateur Jose Pizarro's Basque . Mark Kurlansky's passion for the Basque people and his exuberant eye for detail shine throughout this fascinating book. Like Cod , The Basque History of the World , blends human stories with economic, political, literary, and culinary history into a rich and heroic tale. Among the Basques' greatest accomplishments: - Exploration--the first man to circumnavigate the globe, Juan Sebastian de Elcano, was a Basque and the Basques were the second Europeans, after the Vikings, in North America - Gastronomy and agriculture--they were the first Europeans to eat corn and chili peppers and cultivate tobacco, and were among the first to use chocolate - Religion--Ignatius Loyola, a Basque, founded the Jesuit religious order - Business and politics--they introduced capitalism and modern commercial banking to southern Europe - Recreation--they invented beach resorts, jai alai, and racing regattas, and were the first Europeans to play sports with balls "A delectable portrait of an uncanny, indomitable nation." -Newsday "Exciting, Illuminating, and thought provoking." -The Boston Globe Entertaining and instructive... Kurlansky's] approach is unorthodox, mixing history with anecdotes, poems with recipes." -The New York Times Book Review

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Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0140298517
ISBN-13
9780140298512
eBay Product ID (ePID)
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Book Title
Basque History of the World : the Story of a Nation
Author
Mark Kurlansky
Format
Uk-B Format Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Europe / France, Europe / Spain & Portugal, Regional Studies, Indigenous Studies
Publication Year
2001
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
History, Social Science
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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Item Length
7.7 in
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Width
5.1 in
Item Weight
9.2 Oz

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Reviews
"Entertaining and instructive, [Kurlansky's] approach is unorthodox, mixing history with anecdotes, poems with recipes." -- The New York Times Book Review "A delectable portrait of an uncanny, indomitable nation." -- Newsday "A lively, anecdotal, all-encompassing history of Basque ingenuity and achievement." -- Atlantic Monthly "Exciting, Illuminating, and thought provoking." -The Boston Globe, "Entertaining and instructive, [Kurlansky''s] approach is unorthodox, mixing history with anecdotes, poems with recipes." - The New York Times Book Review "A delectable portrait of an uncanny, indomitable nation." - Newsday "A lively, anecdotal, all-encompassing history of Basque ingenuity and achievement." - Atlantic Monthly, "Entertaining and instructive, [Kurlansky's] approach is unorthodox, mixing history with anecdotes, poems with recipes." - The New York Times Book Review "A delectable portrait of an uncanny, indomitable nation." - Newsday "A lively, anecdotal, all-encompassing history of Basque ingenuity and achievement." - Atlantic Monthly, "Entertaining and instructive, [Kurlansky's] approach is unorthodox, mixing history with anecdotes, poems with recipes." -- The New York Times Book Review "A delectable portrait of an uncanny, indomitable nation." -- Newsday "A lively, anecdotal, all-encompassing history of Basque ingenuity and achievement." -- Atlantic Monthly
Table of Content
Introduction: The Island and the World Part One THE SURVIVAL OF EUSKAL HERRIA The Basque Cake 1: The Basque Myth 2: The Basque Problem 3: The Basque Whale 4: The Basque Saint 5: The Basque Billy Goat 6: The Wealth of Non-Nations Part Two THE DAWN OF EUSKADI The Basque Onomatopoeia 7. The Basque Beret 8: The Basque Ear 9: Gernika 10: The Potato Time 11: Speaking Christian 12: Eventually Night Falls Part Three EUSKADI ASKATUTA Slippery Maketos 13: The Great Opportunity 14: Checks and Balances 15: Surviving Democracy 16: The Nation Postscript: The Death of a Basque Pig The Basque Thank You Bibliography Index of Proper Nouns MAPS Basqueland's Seven Provinces Basque Border Passes Basque Coastline Pilgrim Routes to Santiago German-Occupied France Operation Comet

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  • by falcon1742
    Mar 14, 2024

    Basque History explained

    I knew of the Basques and have been reading extensively about the Spanish Civil War. This is a well written book that helps you understand and appreciate the Basques both in the history of Europe and the Spanish Civil War. I can highly recommend reading this book.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: wa_tacoma_goodwill_olympics_rainier_region

  • by gloriselin_0
    Jan 13, 2023

    Fascinating subject

    The availability of this product, of a nature unknown to me, opened my eyes to a whole new world of history. Wow!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

  • by encorepainting
    Jul 26, 2021

    great read!

    Very well written, and enjoyable history lesson.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: clickgoodwillbooks

  • by aitzol2012
    Aug 06, 2019

    Gentle introduction to things Basque

    It is a great introduction to the Basque culture and history from the balanced point of view of an outsider.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: timelywriter

  • by go_marta
    Feb 26, 2020

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    Interesting read!

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