Il Vino: Undici conferenze fatte nell'inverno dell'anno 1880 by Various

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Author Various
Title Il Vino: Undici conferenze fatte nell'inverno dell'anno 1880
Note Reading ease score: 34.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents La leggenda del vino / Arturo Graf -- La chimica del vino / Alfonso Cossa -- Il vino nei costumi dei popoli / Corrado Corradino -- I nemici del vino / Michele Lessona -- Il commercio del vino / S. Cognetti de Martiis -- La botanica del vino / Giovanni Arcangeli -- Gli effetti fisiologici del vino / Angelo Mosso -- I poeti del vino / Giuseppe Giacosa -- Il vino e la salute / Giulio Bizzozero -- Il vino nel delitto, nel suicidio e nella pazzia / Cesare Lombroso -- Gli effetti psicologici del vino / Edmondo de Amicis. --
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Summary "Il Vino: Undici conferenze fatte nell'inverno dell'anno 1880" by Various is a collection of lectures written in the late 19th century. The work features contributions from a variety of authors, including scientists and literary figures, who each provide insights on different aspects of wine, intertwining its cultural, historical, and scientific dimensions. The overarching theme revolves around the significance of wine in human society, touching on its mythological origins, cultural practices, and the technicalities of its production. The opening of this collection begins with a foreword from the editor outlining the uniqueness of this collaborative effort among eleven experts in various fields. It emphasizes that this volume is not a straightforward treatise on wine but rather a pleasant and instructive read that delves into the myths surrounding wine's origins, its role in human customs, and historical anecdotes. The first lecture by Arturo Graf explores the legendary aspects of wine, discussing its divine associations and the complex interweaving of myths from different cultures that highlight wine's impact on spirituality and social life. This initial discussion sets the stage for a rich exploration of wine in later lectures, spanning scientific, social, and health-related topics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class TP: Technology: Chemical technology
Subject Wine and wine making
Subject Viticulture
Subject Wine -- Physiological effect
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EBook-No. 48913
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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