O vinho do Porto: processo de uma bestialidade ingleza exposição a Thomaz Ribeiro

Language: PortuguesePublished: February 26, 2008

Subjects:

Wine and wine making Portugal Porto Port wine Export marketing Commerce Great Britain

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Cooking & Drinking Business/Management

Authors:

Castelo Branco, Camilo
1825 - 1890

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About this book

In the early 20th century, a contentious debate erupted over the quality and reputation of Port wine, igniting a cultural clash between British critics and Portuguese producers. "O vinho do Porto: processo de uma bestialidade ingleza" by Camilo Castelo Branco incisively addresses this controversy, employing sharp satire to dismantle the British narrative that labeled Port as toxic. The essay navigates themes of national pride and the defense of culinary heritage, challenging misconceptions with wit and eloquence. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this work invites readers to explore the intersection of culture and commerce, revealing how perceptions shape identities. Engage with this critical examination of a beloved beverage and its place in history.