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The Taste of Water

Sensory Perception and the Making of an Industrialized Beverage

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Exploring the complex sensory qualities of water, this book delves into the history and politics of municipal water infrastructure, emphasizing how it has transformed from a vital resource into a standardized commodity. Christy Spackman introduces the concept of "industrial terroir," highlighting the aesthetic and economic implications of purified water. The narrative challenges perceptions of taste and purity, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with tap water while revealing the hidden efforts behind its production. This thought-provoking study connects sensory experiences with broader societal issues.

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The Taste of Water, Christy Spackman

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Erscheinungsdatum
2023
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Titel
The Taste of Water
Untertitel
Sensory Perception and the Making of an Industrialized Beverage
Sprache
Englisch
Autor*innen
Christy Spackman
Erscheinungsdatum
2023
Einband
Hardcover
Seitenzahl
306
ISBN13
9780520393547
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Schlagwörter
Natur
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Exploring the complex sensory qualities of water, this book delves into the history and politics of municipal water infrastructure, emphasizing how it has transformed from a vital resource into a standardized commodity. Christy Spackman introduces the concept of "industrial terroir," highlighting the aesthetic and economic implications of purified water. The narrative challenges perceptions of taste and purity, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with tap water while revealing the hidden efforts behind its production. This thought-provoking study connects sensory experiences with broader societal issues.