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World of Soy

by Tan & Mintz Dubois
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World of Soy
World of Soy

Exploring soy's global journey and cultural significance.

If you're intrigued by the incredible versatility of soy and its impacts across cultures, "World of Soy" is for you. It's a deep dive into how a single plant can weave its way into the fabric of history, economies, and kitchens worldwide. By turning the pages of this well-preserved paperback, you'll garner a new appreciation for the unassuming soybean and its remarkable journey.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

World of Soy

by Tan & Mintz Dubois
RM40.57 MYR Now RM39.42 MYR Save 3%
Compare to estimated retail price: RM93.92 MYR  

The item you've got your eye on is secondhand. You probably already know that, but just in case!

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ISBN: 9789971694135
Authors: Tan & Mintz Dubois
Publisher: nus press
Date of Publication: 2008-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Food & Drink, History
Related Topics: Anthropology, Culinary, World History, Food and Drink, Cooking
Goodreads rating: 3.8
(rated by 10 readers)
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Exploring soy's global journey and cultural significance.

If you're intrigued by the incredible versatility of soy and its impacts across cultures, "World of Soy" is for you. It's a deep dive into how a single plant can weave its way into the fabric of history, economies, and kitchens worldwide. By turning the pages of this well-preserved paperback, you'll garner a new appreciation for the unassuming soybean and its remarkable journey.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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