Spices Online

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An exotic saga with the tang of drama in every voyage, The Spice Route transports the reader from the dawn of history to the ends of the earth.The Spice Route is one of history's great anomalies. Shrouded in mystery, it existed long before anyone knew of its extent or alignment. Spices came from lands unseen, possibly uninhabitable, and almost by definition unattainable; that was what made them so desirable. Yet more livelihoods depended on this pungent traffic, more nations participated in it, more wars were fought over it, and more discoveries resulted from it than from any other global exchange.In a bid to discover and exploit the spice route, mankind first passed beyond his known horizons to probe the limits of our planet. Epic was the quest, and in this major new study, epic is the treatment as John Keay pieces together a historical process that spans three millennia and a geographical progression that encircles the world.

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Envelope yourself in the folds of our unique decorative King duvet comforter cover and drift off to exotic lands. Ensconced within the folds of this buttery soft cotton duvet your sleep will be sweet and deep, whether you choose to spend your nights cocooned in warm cozy slumber or you choose to indulge in a restful afternoon siesta. The king duvet cover is 108 inches wide and 90 inches long and is printed on preshrunk, superior grade, soft cotton and is exquisitely finished with neatly interlocked seams and an eight buttoned - hidden closure fastened with coconut shell buttons. Each piece is handcrafted using intricately hand carved wooden blocks and is an original work of art distinguished by the work of the artisan, the particular lot of dye, and even varying weather conditions. Tonal variations are inherent to the block printing process and enhance the individuality, character and uniqueness of each creation.About this design: Spice Route: Spice route is evocative of camel trails in the desert, of the clamor of spice markets, exotic souks where spices are displayed in colorful mounds and of the opulent scent of incense hanging in the warm evening air. The romanticism of these images is infused into the pungent drama of the Spice Route pattern which consists of a delicate floral filigree of cinnamon, turmeric and turquoise contained within bold, boroque, lozenge like motifs. The lozenge motifs are vertically patterned on a deep red paprika ground. Use Spice Routes vibrant palette and exotic patterning to infuse warmth and global style to your decor.

Features

• A delicate floral filigree of cinnamon, turmeric and turquoise on a red orange ground
• Reverses to a beautiful coordinating print - its like getting two duvets for the price of one!
• Exquisitely finished with neatly interlocked seams. 8 coconut shell buttoned hidden closure
• Printed on preshrunk superior soft cotton. Machine wash, gentle cycle, cold water, mild detergent
• Hand printed using intricately carved wooden blocks.

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The demand for spices in medieval Europe was extravagant and was reflected in the pursuit of fashion, the formation of taste, and the growth of luxury trade. It inspired geographical and commercial exploration ,as traders pursued such common spices as pepper and cinnamon and rarer aromatic products, including ambergris and musk. Ultimately, the spice quest led to imperial missions that were to change world history. This engaging book explores the demand for spices: why were they so popular, and why so expensive?  Paul Freedman surveys the history, geography, economics, and culinary tastes of the Middle Ages to uncover the surprisingly varied ways that spices were put to use--in elaborate medieval cuisine, in the treatment of disease, for the promotion of well-being, and to perfume important ceremonies of the Church. Spices became symbols of beauty, affluence, taste, and grace, Freedman shows, and their expense and fragrance drove the engines of commerce and conquest at the dawn of the modern era.

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• ISBN13: 9780300151350
• Condition: New
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Experience the therapeutic benefits of color and wash the blahs away with our unique handcrafted shower curtains that will transform your bathroom to an exotic retreat. Please use a curtain liner (not included). The shower curtain is 72 inches wide and 72 inches long. Each shower curtain is printed on preshrunk, superior grade, soft cotton and is exquisitely finished with twelve neat buttonhole openings for easy hanging. Each piece is handcrafted using intricately hand carved wooden blocks and is an original work of art distinguished by the work of the artisan, the particular lot of dye, and even varying weather conditions. Tonal variations are inherent to the block printing process and enhance the individuality, character and uniqueness of each creation.About Spice Route: Spice route is evocative of camel trails in the desert, of the clamor of spice markets, exotic souks where spices are displayed in colorful mounds and of the opulent scent of incense hanging in the warm evening air. The romanticism of these images is infused into the pungent drama of the Spice Route pattern which consists of a delicate floral filigree of cinnamon, turmeric and turquoise contained within bold, boroque, lozenge like motifs. The lozenge motifs are vertically patterned on a deep red paprika ground. Use Spice Routes vibrant palette and exotic patterning to infuse warmth and global style to your decor.

Features

• A delicate floral filigree of cinnamon, turmeric and turquoise on a red orange ground
• 72" square with 12 neat buttonhole openings for easy hanging.
• Printed on preshrunk, superior grade soft cotton. Requires a curtain liner (not included)
• Machine wash, gentle cycle, cold water, using mild detergent
• Hand printed using intricately carved wooden blocks.