Chocolate Unwrapped: A Taste of the Science, History and Magic of Chocolate, (Hardcover)
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| Management number | 240611488 | Release Date | 2026/07/16 | List Price | US$7.98 | Model Number | 240611488 | ||
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"A box of bonbons for confirmed chocophiles." <p><b>--KIRKUS REVIEWS</b> </p><p> </p><p><br>Unwrap the delicious story of chocolate: from the heart of the rainforest through the grand civilizations of Mesoamerica to the tables of modern-day chocolate lovers. </p><p><br><br><i>Chocolate Unwrapped</i> reveals the fascinating history of chocolate from its sacred beginnings as a ceremonial drink to its transformation--through colonization and industrialization--into a global commodity enjoyed around the world. </p><p>With vibrant illustrations, fun facts, and a decolonized perspective, this book explores how cacao is grown, how it's processed into chocolate, and how cultures across the globe consume and celebrate it. Readers will also discover the mood-boosting chemistry behind chocolate and the jobs that keep the chocolate industry thriving. <i>Chocolate Unwrapped</i> invites readers to explore the cultural, environmental, and scientific story behind one of the world's favorite fruits--and how we can shape a more sustainable (and tasty) future. </p><p></p>
- Chocolate Unwrapped: A Taste of the Science, History and Magic of Chocolate, (Hardcover)
- Author: Alexandria Christensen
- ISBN: 9781962351348
- Format: Hardcover
- Publication Date: 2026-10-13
- Page Count: 32
| Book format | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Children's Books |
| Publication date | October, 2026 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Reading level | Grade 1 |
| Age range | 6 - 10 Years |
| Subgenre | Cooking & Food |
| Series title | No Series |
| Number in series | 0 |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Gloo Books |
| Language | English |
| Edu focus | Chemistry |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Case Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 9.25 x 0.38 x 11.25 in |
| Assembled product weight | 1.25 lb |
| Bisac subject heading | Juvenile Nonfiction |
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