Beer and Philosophy: The Unexamined Beer Isn't Worth DrinkingISBN: 978-1-4051-5430-7
Paperback
248 pages
November 2007, Wiley-Blackwell
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“It turns out that not only have reputable psychologists at well-respected institutions done experimental studies on this effect, but it also serves as a kind of foul point for various philosophical questions. The works set out to address the intersection between philosophy and areas of everyday general concern: food, wine, and beer. In addition to straightforward philosophical discussions, the volumes include historical discussions, legal questions, some personal reflections. Beer and Philosophy … includes essays that encourage the next step of engaging philosophers themselves, has the fewest contributions with only a tangential link to philosophy … and discusses a wide range of issues.” (Gastronomica, Fall 2008)
"[T]his really is a superb and accessible book, that dares to take a different angle towards beer-writing. It’s funny, knowing and well-written and much recommended" (British Guild of Beer Writers, November 2007 Newsletter)
"Much of this book is well written and interesting as well as accessible for a casual reader coming across new and interesting ideas." (What's Brewing)
“A truly well rounded view…and a critical reflection on what and how we eat can contribute to a robust enjoyment of gastronomic pleasures.” (Gourmet Retailer)
“You’re bound to come away from the reading experiences forever changed in the way you think about beer.” (Celebrator Beer News)
"Don't be intimidated. This enjoyable tome is for anyone who has ever peeled a beer label and declared, 'I drink, therefore I am'"-Joe Sixpack, Philadelphia Daily News
“Whether your glass is half full or half empty, break out
your favorite beers and contemplate the Socrates and Platos of our
time. Beer & Philosophy could provoke, prod, inspire and
antagonize every one of the world's beer drinkers.”
-Charlie Papazian, author, The Complete Joy of Homebrewing and
Microbrewed Adventures
"There has recently been a proliferation of stimulating
"philosophy of" volumes, treating topics from Buffy the Vampire
Slayer to poker. But what could be more philosophically worthy than
that noble draught of hop and grain? Pour yourself a cold one --
preferably your favorite craft or home brew -- have a sit with this
volume, and prepare to see the mysteries of the universe unravel,
or at least seem a little less pressing."
-John M. Doris, Washington University in St. Louis