Have
you ever eaten kangaroo tail? Snake on a stick? Setchfield’s detailed
photographs don’t seek to expand reader’s culinary horizons as much as
they intend to “demonstrate that, when it comes to food, palatability is
highly subjective.” This concept can spark deep conversations and
exploratory arguments leading to greater appreciation for cultural
perspectives and global variety. To be honest, though, this book
usually grabs readers’ attention because of the visceral reactions and
ensuing debates of readers. Yuck!’s
brief introduction is followed by chapters featuring bugs, sea
creatures, four-legged animals, reptiles and amphibians, fowl, and
processed foods/remains. Back matter consists of one page of additional
foods omitted and a short bibliography for further reading. This small
240 page volume is in frequent circulation among readers and non-readers
alike. Each double page spread includes a full color photograph faced
by a square of text with a paragraph or two describing the delicacy and
its context. Recommended for independent reading, paired readings, and
as a conversation starter on taste, preference, and cultural
perspective.--Jessica Fenster-Sparber
Setchfield, Neil. Yuck! the things people eat. London: Merrell, 2010. Print.
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