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portada A Guide to the History, Craft, and Culture of the French Baguette
Type
Physical Book
Year
2026
Language
English
Pages
242
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
22.9x15.2x1.2 cm
ISBN13
9798197300744

A Guide to the History, Craft, and Culture of the French Baguette

Stephen Peridore (Author) · Independently published · Paperback

A Guide to the History, Craft, and Culture of the French Baguette - Stephen Peridore

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R 498
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Synopsis "A Guide to the History, Craft, and Culture of the French Baguette"

Civilization on a Crust is a deep dive into the 250-gram masterpiece that defines French identity: the baguette. This book traces the loaf's journey from the 'Bread of Equality' during the French Revolution to its 2022 inscription as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It is part historical narrative, part scientific treatise, and part technical manual. The book explains the critical 1993 Tradition decree, the chemistry of the Maillard reaction, and the biological necessity of cold fermentation. Beyond the laboratory and the history book, it explores the craft itself, providing a master-level guide to shaping, scoring, and steam-baking. The narrative also travels globally, examining how the baguette was transformed into the Bánh Mì in Vietnam and perfected by obsessive artisans in Japan. Whether for the professional chef, the home baker, or the student of French culture, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of why four simp

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